2009 Modus Operandi Vicarious Red, Napa Valley, USA

Indicative blend: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon blend with Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petite Sirah.

Average Price of 750ml bottle, ex-tax in USD: $43

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• Napa Valley wine region

  California’s Napa Valley wine region is located immediately north of San Pablo Bay, in the north-eastern corner of the San Francisco Bay Area. Formed by the Napa river as it flows between the Vacas Mountains (to the east) and the Mayacamas (to the west), the valley runs roughly north-west to south-east for approximately 35 miles (57km). The scenic 40-minute drive between Napa and Calistoga passes through some of the most valuable viticultural real estate on Earth.

  The Napa Valley, or simply Napa, is one of the world's most famous wine regions, unchallenged by any region in the Americas or indeed the New World. There are several reasons for this global renown, one being the ease with which Napa can be reached by visitors travelling from San Francisco city. Several million wine tourists pass through the valley each year to sample its wines and the world-cla ... more

• Napa County wine region

  Napa County is the best-known county (in wine terms, at least) in the larger North Coast AVA of California ... more