Says Adam, "Whether it's a special occasion or just getting to know someone, from start to finish, a day wine tasting makes for great fun and romance. The drive to wineries is beautiful, the settings of the vineyards are breathtaking and the chance that you actually get to spend the whole day together adds up to a great adventure as well."

"Well, first of all make sure you bring plenty of water. And before you leave, spend a few minutes planning the day. Of course the Internet is a great resource for maps, points of interest and local wineries, but don't box yourself into a schedule; take it easy and be open to spontaneity. Make sure you take the time to grab a lunch at a local restaurant, or if you're feeling really ambitious, pack a picnic. Most places have picnic areas with dynamite views. And, make sure you don't run around like crazy trying to squeeze in too many wineries, usually 3-4 will fill a day nicely and give you time to enjoy each one. You can find wineries to visit in all 50 states, it's almost like a mini-vacation, usually just within a few hours drive of wherever you may be."

"If you're looking for an education, a wine adventure will put you smack dab in the middle of wine 101. Some quick tips:

Don't drink too much and get behind the wheel, cause I'm sure you don't want your next date to be separated by plexiglas.

Taste what interests you and ask a lot of questions. The people in the wine tasting rooms are usually pretty cool and really know about what's happening at each winery. If you like what you're tasting, grab a bottle or two. You don't have to be an expert to have a great time. I always think the best part of any glass of wine is the people you share it with.

Depending on the winery I'd keep my eyes out for wines that are only available on the premises. Sometimes, they make some special wines you can't buy in stores or restaurants and those are the bottles I'd bring home. Otherwise, definitely remember your camera. The things you will bring back that will last the longest are the memories you create."

"I love Calfornia for the proximity to such beautiful wine country in driving distance from most major cities. From LA, Santa Barbara is my favorite place to go for the day. There's so much to choose from. You also have Santa Ynez, Paso Robles and a bunch of smaller places like Solvang and even Temecula. If you can get an appointment there are some really cool young winemakers, like Joshua Klapper of La Fenetre wines, making wine in warehouses that are like industrial winery facilities, they call them "garagists." If you can take the time to contact them ahead of time you usually get to hang out with the winemakers themselves.

All these wineries are just a few hours away. If you leave in the morning you can be there before lunchtime. Some of my favorite estates to visit and taste are Demetria in Santa Ynez, Laetitia in Arroyo Grande and Halter Ranch in Paso Robles."

That should keep us all busy for awhile, the only problem will be stopping at the end of one day.

To find out more about Adam and watch his daily video webisode blog, check out his website: www.adamthewineguy.com.