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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Akóma Zoúme Mountain Terraces Vineyard
3030 Cavedale Rd
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
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Paoletti Estates Winery
4501 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Mount Eden Vineyards
22020 Mount Eden Rd.
Saratoga, CA 95070
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Brassfield Estate Winery
10915 High Valley Road
Clearlake Oaks, CA 95423
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J. Davies Estate
1400 Schramsberg Road
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Schramsberg Vineyards
1400 Schramsberg Road
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Dane Cellars
14300 Arnold Dr
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
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the punchdown
1737 Broadway
94612 CA
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Bargetto Winery - Soquel
3535 North Main Street
Soquel, CA 95073
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Castello Di Amorosa
4045 St Helena Hwy
Calistoga, CA 94515
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TyY Caton Vineyards
21684 8th Street East, Suite 460
Sonoma, CA 95476
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William Knuttel Winery
21684 Eighth Street
East Suite 600
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Patz and Hall Wine Company
21684 Eighth Street East, #200
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Think Tank Wine
389 4th Sr E
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Sebastiani Vineyards and Winery
389 4th Street East
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Marinus Restaurant
415 W Carmel Valley Rd
93924 CA
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Kenefick Ranch Wines at Fairwinds Estate Winery
2200 Pickett Road
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Dashe Cellars Oakland Winery and Tasting Room
1951 Monarch Street, Hangar 25
Alameda, CA 94501
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R and B Cellars
1325 canal boulevard
richmond, CA 94804
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Venge Vineyards
4708 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Tin Barn Vineyards
21692 Eighth Street East #340
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Bonneau Wines
21660 8th Street East #A
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Phifer Pavitt Wines
4660 Silverado Trail N
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Shed Horn Cellars
21108 Calistoga Road
Suite 4
Middletown, CA 95461
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The Mountain Winery
14831 Pierce Road
Saratoga, CA 95070
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Mahoney Vineyards
21481 8th St
East, Suite 9
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Donkey and Goat
1340 5th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
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Broc Cellars
1300 5th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
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Hanzell Wines
18596 Lomita Avenue
Sonoma, CA 95476
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Keenan Winery
3660 Spring Mountain Road
St. Helena, CA 94574
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