Napa Valley Wine Country Map. Travel Guide of 153 Wineries for Tasting and Tours....
Santa Rosa, CA: Graphic Concepts, 1989. Broadsheet cartoon map, 22.25 x 16.75 inches, with printed information on verso intended as a brochure but in this case unfolded. Some dampstaining along bottom portion mostly visible on verso, with old tape at each corner of verso from previous mounting, likely removed from a wall or bulletin board long ago. Otherwise minor wear. Good plus. Rolled. Item #12906
A lovely illustrated map of Napa Valley highlighting one of the region's most distinctive and iconic characteristics -- its robust viticulture industry. Numerous vineyards and wineries dot the fertile valley, epitomized by an idyllic scene in the upper right corner. Notable names include Robert Mondavi, Charles Krug, Beringer, Stag's Leap, Sutter Home, and Charles Shaw (the source of Trader Joe's "Two Buck Chuck"). The design and layout were executed by Ron Morales, with artwork by Susan Clifford. This is one of several similar wine maps created by Morales, though the emphasis on Napa Valley is an uncommon characteristic. The notice in the bottom margin reads, "Copyright 1989 by Graphic Concepts" of Santa Rosa, California. Charts on the verso lists the wineries by county and their various amenities and operating hours, as well as local accommodations, entertainment, restaurants, and so forth. This work was intended to be folded as a brochure for easy transport but the current example was never folded; it was likely posted at a winery or local business in Napa Valley and taken off the wall at some point. OCLC records just two copies of this delightful map, fit for the wall of any wine enthusiast, at the Library of Congress and the University of Utah, though it is difficult to believe copies don't reside at various California (especially northern California) institutions.
Price: $550