Arouse Your Senses at San Sebastian - One of the Best Florida Wineries

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  • Author Paul Negron
  • Published December 4, 2010
  • Word count 343

Looking for a way to arouse your senses on a vacation to historic St. Augustine? This storied area is known for some of the best Florida wineries is popular for a reason. Historians have concluded that this section of the country is the birthplace of American wine. Founded in 1996 just a few blocks from downtown St. Augustine, San Sebastian Winery represents one of Florida’s most popular and highly regarded wineries. Winemakers use nothing but the best hybrid and muscadine grapes to craft the most delectable and aromatic table, sparkling and dessert wines for consumption by the masses. And consume they do, drinking up the varied flavors of the award-winning San Sebastian brand.

The St. Augustine winery boasts a selection of over 300 labels of wine, adding more and more with each coming year. The brand is sold at local grocery stores and wine shops across the states of Florida and Georgia. Production is at an all-time high with over 80,000 cases, which equals 960,000 delicious bottles of wine! Don’t miss your chance to be one of 100,000 annual visitors to the famed Winery.

On your visit to San Sebastian, a friendly and welcoming staff will greet you. The atmosphere is not at all stuffy, which is a common feature of other wineries. Once inside, you begin your journey through the winemaking process. San Sebastian’s expert guides walk you on tour through the vast production facility that covers 18,000 square feet. The personable guides describe every facet of the business, showing that they truly love what they do at the Florida winery.

At the end of the tour, you will relish the opportunity to taste some of the best wines that are produced at San Sebastian. Complimentary wine tastings commence every 25 minutes or so, available seven days a week. After getting a true education and tasting some tasty wine, head to the "The Cellar Upstairs" Wine, Jazz & Blues Bar, which sits atop the building. Live music from local artists plays as you relax on the rooftop taking in breathtaking views of the historic St. Augustine skyline.

Paul is a writer and contributor for Bluegreen's Travel Guide website, Colorful Places

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