#0621 Italian Swiss Colony

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#0621 Italian Swiss Colony

Site information:

Asti Post Office Road, Asti

Plaque and site are located on winery grounds, with no public access outside of visiting hours. The photos were taken from outside the gates, with the plque visible in the distance.

38.762803,-122.973974

Plaque information:

State plaque

Plaque text:

Italian Swiss Colony

Here in 1881 Italian Swiss immigrants established an agricultural colony. Choice wines produced from grape plantings from the Old World soon brought wide acclaim. By 1905, ten gold medals were awarded these wines at international competitions.

Plaque placed by California State Park Commission, October 24, 1957.

Registered 9/11/1957

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