Placerville in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Boeger Winery
Upon Giovanni's death, his daughter, Sarah Fossati inherited the ranch. Her son, John Fossati, continued the winemaking tradition after his death.
The winery was purchased from Elmo Fossati, a fifth generation descendent, by the Boeger family in 1972. They have continued in the tradition of quality wine making from locally grown grapes.
Erected 2006 by Native Sons of the Golden West.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.
Location. 38° 44.552′ N, 120° 46.489′ W. Marker is in Placerville, California, in El Dorado County. Marker can be reached from Carson Road, 0.3 miles north of Schnell School Road. The marker is on the north side of the building on the edge of the picnic area at the winery. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1709 Carson Road, Placerville CA 95667, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Swift Berry (approx. 1.1 miles away); The Smith Flat House (approx. 1.3 miles away); Hangtown’s Gold Bug Park (approx. 1.3 miles away); Gold Bug, A Neighborhood Mine (approx. 1.3 miles away); The Stamp Mill (approx. 1.4 miles away); Methodist Episcopal Church (approx. 1½ miles away); The Druid Monument (approx. 1½ miles away); Upper Central House (approx. 1½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Placerville.
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