Khao Yai translates to big mountain.  This is one of several wine production regions in Thailand.  Wine tasting is the thing to do among young, sophisticated, wine drinking Thai’s.  A perfect weekend getaway and escape from the craziness of Bangkok. Less than 2 hours outside Bangkok.
Khao Yai
Khao Yai National Park backdrop
Visooth Lohitnavy, Gran Monte Winery Owner
Gran Monte named “ up and coming producer” Annua
The cluster that got away
Gran Monte winemaker
Traditional trellising
Delicious home-style restaurant at Gran Monte Vineyards
Walking the vineyard
Watching over the vineyard
Sticky rice and mangoes with Visooth and Sakuna
PB Valley Winery (Pirom is reserve label)
PB Valley Owner
PB Valley vineyard - 25,000 cases
Test batch of pinot noir juice
Tourists roll thru on bikes for a little refreshment break
Exercise and indulge - it’s all about balance!
Visooth talks with the group
Sakuna Lohitnavy develops all recipes for restaurant
Black Squid Ink Linguine with Calamari w/garlic, basil, chilies s
Italian/American comfort food never tasted so good
  Vincotto in Khao Yai