Yes, so much beauty can cause a pang in the region of the heart. I've always wished to visit the wine country - perhaps some day - and then I'll do a little tasting too!
I have been to the Korbel winery. It is a lovely place. Beautiful pictures. I thought they were all photographs initially. Lovely. A good glass of wine on a Friday afternoon is the best! Noelle
I like visiting the rolling hills of Napa where the grapes form a chorus line as far as the eye can see. Nice postcards, Snap - took me back to my travels there.
What a find in those postcards! And truly the "earthly beauty hurts!" I love that whole area along the Russian River and up toward Mendocino... And the wineries are a world of their own.
August 2, 2011 at 9:04 PM
Wine, drink of the godsborn in a land of magicearthly beauty hurts!
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Halls Napa Valley, Napa County
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Korbel Champagne Cellars, Brandy tower, Sonoma County
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Artesia Vineyard and Winery, Napa County
I'm always finding something to bring home when I visit Half-Price Books.In this case it was this postcard book.Thirty of the most beautiful postcards I've ever seen.The images are so lovely that they almost make me *hurt*.
"Wine Country: 30 Postcards published by Chronicle Booksc 2009 Thea Schrack.Thea Schrack is a San Francisco photographer known for herpainted photographs.Ms. Schrack's love and understanding of nature is evident in all her work.Her originals can be seen at the I Wolk Gallery in St. Helena, Californiaand at www.theaschrack.com."
Also from the back of the postcard book:"The storied beauty of California's wine country comes to life in thiscollection of 30 postcards by artist and photographer Thea Schrack.Lovingly painted with her encaustic beeswax and pigment, these images of Napa and Sonoma counties most beloved wineries are an idealshowcase of the region's warmth, beauty and timeless romance."
A big thank you to our hostesses:Beth for Postcard Friendship FridayandRebecca for Haiku My Heart
Wishing YOU well and a joy filled weekend.
19 Comments
Close this window Jump to comment formAaahhh... a glass of wine on Friday! Cheers to the weekend, cheers to you!
July 29, 2011 at 7:19 AM
Now that is a find - a treasure, in fact! Love your accompanying haiku, though I don't understand the "hurts"? I can be very 'blonde'!
July 29, 2011 at 7:46 AM
Yes, so much beauty can cause a pang in the region of the heart.
I've always wished to visit the wine country - perhaps some day - and then I'll do a little tasting too!
July 29, 2011 at 10:19 AM
I wonder how many of these lovely postcards you will frame. They remind me of Italy. thanks so much for visiting my blog. Have a wonderful day!
July 29, 2011 at 10:37 AM
Wine...delicate ambrosia, when sipped in moderation! I love your haiku and the wonderful postcard images. Great topic for this lazy Friday.
July 29, 2011 at 10:49 AM
Great find! I love these photos and though I no longer drink, I can feel the tang on my tongue and the bouquet when I put my face to the glass.
July 29, 2011 at 11:49 AM
I'm a huge fan of Korbel champagne and now that I see their tower, I'm even more so. Hope to see you Sunday.
- The Tablescaper
July 29, 2011 at 2:08 PM
The wine country of California is so beautiful and your postcards show that. "Clink"....here's to you!
July 29, 2011 at 2:08 PM
What a lovely way to kickoff the weekend!
July 29, 2011 at 3:27 PM
I have been to the Korbel winery. It is a lovely place. Beautiful pictures. I thought they were all photographs initially. Lovely. A good glass of wine on a Friday afternoon is the best!
Noelle
July 29, 2011 at 5:22 PM
I like visiting the rolling hills of Napa where the grapes form a chorus line as far as the eye can see. Nice postcards, Snap - took me back to my travels there.
July 29, 2011 at 7:20 PM
golden, lovely...
in every way.
cheers!!!
July 29, 2011 at 7:26 PM
A great theme for the post and the postcard book - what's not to like! I love the look of the Brandy Tower.
July 30, 2011 at 6:47 AM
I think we should all meet in your postcard. I'll bring the cork screw!
July 30, 2011 at 11:50 AM
Absolutely gorgeous!
July 30, 2011 at 1:14 PM
wine, fruit of the wine, my first choice is red
July 30, 2011 at 3:07 PM
Refreshing glass of wine! I've been to Napa Valley only once and it is a great place to see.
July 30, 2011 at 8:46 PM
Looks like God's own country!! Very refreshing and cheers!!
August 1, 2011 at 4:41 AM
What a find in those postcards! And truly the "earthly beauty hurts!" I love that whole area along the Russian River and up toward Mendocino... And the wineries are a world of their own.
August 2, 2011 at 9:04 PM