article_snippet.sent: Its year-round sunshine.
article_snippet.sent: Because much of the snowpack in the Sierra Nevada has alarmingly disappeared, many ski resorts shut down early this year, including at Lake Tahoe, and some are now building zip lines, mountain bike trails and wedding venues to keep tourists coming, the Sacramento Bee reported.
article_snippet.sent: A mild winter and spring caused early bud break, although the overall length of the growing season was similar to past years.
article_snippet.sent: Yes, drought years tend to produce terrific quality," institute spokeswoman Gladys Horiuchi added.