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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Battaglini Estate Winery and Vineyard
2948 Piner Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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Mutt Lynch Winery
9050 Windsor Road
Windsor, CA 95492
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Christopher Creek Winery
641 Limerick Lane
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Benovia Winery
3339 Hartman Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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La Crema
3575 Slusser Road
Windsor, CA 95492
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Clos du Bois
19410 Geyserville Ave
Geyserville, CA 95441
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Lionheart Wines
609 Silver Avenue
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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Trione Vineyards and Winery
19550 Geyserville Ave
Geyserville, CA 95441
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Barterra Winery
315 Main Street Ste B
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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Rodney Strong Vineyards
11455 Old Redwood Highway
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Tara Bella Vineyard and Winery
3701 Viking Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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Clary Ranch Wines
3641 Middle 2 Rock Road
Petaluma, CA 94952
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Woodenhead
PO Box 1448
Forestville, CA 95436
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Zazu Restaurant + Farm
3535 Guerneville Road
95472 CA
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Francis Ford Coppola Winery
300 Via Archimedes
Geyserville, CA 95441
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Bluenose Wines
428 Hudson Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Naughty Boy Vineyards
10000 Gibson Lane
Potter Valley, CA 95469
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Ramey Wine Cellars
25 Healdsburg Avenue
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Arnot-Roberts
33 Healdsburg Avenue
Unit I
Healdburg, CA 95448
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DeLoach Vineyards
1791 Olivet Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
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Blagden Wines - Versatile Vines
851 Magnolia Dr
Healdsburg, CA 94588
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MacPhail Family Wines
851 Magnolia Dr
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs Winery
650 Lytton Springs Road
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Williamson Wines
18 Matheson Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Cartograph
340 Center Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Roadhouse Winery
250 Center Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Banshee Wines
5110 California 128
Geyserville, CA 95441
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Ferrari-Carano's Seasons of the Vineyard Tasting Bar and Boutique
113 Plaza Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Selby Winery
215 Center Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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Portalupi Wine
107 North Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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