No need to travel hours by train or plane to escape to wine country; residents of Southern California can get in the car and drive (often less than an hour) to Ventura County which more than 10 wineries call home.  Grapes are grown locally – in Camarillo, Malibu and Oxnard - in addition to being brought in from top wine growing regions all over California.  The winery personnel are exceptionally friendly and welcoming.  Take a day off to enjoy the cool ocean breezes and valley warmth with the wines produced in your backyard.