California boasts a diverse array of wine regions, each with its own unique climate, soil, and grape varietals. The Napa Valley is perhaps the most renowned, famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Its Mediterranean climate and rich volcanic soils create ideal conditions for grape growing.
Sonoma County, adjacent to Napa, offers a more varied landscape and climate, producing a wide range of wines, including Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, and Merlot. The Russian River Valley within Sonoma is particularly noted for its cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
The Central Coast, stretching from Santa Barbara to Monterey, features a cooler maritime influence. This region is known for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah. Paso Robles, part of the Central Coast, is gaining recognition for its robust Zinfandel and Rhône varietals.
Further south, the Santa Barbara County region benefits from unique east-west valleys that funnel cool ocean breezes, making it ideal for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Maria Valley are key sub-regions here.
In the north, Mendocino County offers a more rugged and remote wine experience, with organic and sustainable practices being a hallmark. This area is known for its Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, and sparkling wines.
Each of these regions contributes to California's reputation as a leading wine producer, offering a wide range of styles and flavors to explore.
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Clavo Cellars
315 S. Main Street
Templeton, CA 93465
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Peachy Canyon Winery
1480 N Bethel Road
Templeton, CA 93465
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Castoro Cellars
1315 North Bethel Rd
Templeton, CA 93465
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McPrice Myers Wine
3525 Adelaida Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Carina Cellars
3525 Adelaida Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Wild Coyote Estate Winery
3775 Adelaida Rd
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Calcareous Vineyard
3430 Peachy Canyon Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Foley Estates Vineyard and Winery
6121 California 246
Lompoc, CA 93436
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Eagle Castle Winery
3090 Anderson Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Rocky Creek Cellars
8687 Apple Road, Highway 46 West
Templeton, CA 93465
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Brian Benson Cellars
2915 Limestone Way
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Dark Star Cellars
2985 Anderson Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Grey Wolf Cellars
2174 Highway 46 West
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Midnight Cellars Winery
2925 Anderson Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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L'Aventure Winery
2815 Live Oak Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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STANGER Vineyards
5225 Hwy 41
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Vaquero Cellars
435 Rim Rock Road
Nipomo, CA 93444
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Booker Vineyard
2644 Anderson Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Chamisal Vineyards
7525 Orcutt Road
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Law Estate Wines
3885 Peachy Canyon Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Caliza Winery
1525 Peachy Canyon Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Minassian-Young Vineyards
4045 Peachy Canyon Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Venteux Vineyards
1795 Las Tablas Road
Templeton, CA 93465
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Niner Wine Estates
2400 Highway 46 West
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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PasoPort Wine Company
95 Booker Road
Templeton, CA 93465
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Hunt Cellars
2875 Oakdale Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Laetitia Vineyard and Winery/Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard
453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Babcock Winery and Vineyards
5175 E Highway 246
Lompoc, CA 93436
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Daou Vineyards
2777 Hidden Mountain Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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Red Soles Winery
3230 Oakdale Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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