Central Valley
Central Valley Wineries produces the majority of the state's wine, yet few producers use the name on their label. This is because many people associate the region with mass produced, cheap wines. But there are a handful of regions that are challenging this stereotype. Explore the Central Valley Wine Country Map.
Central Valley Wine Country
The Lodi AVA has a long history of producing many different Central Valley Wines, but is most noted for Zinfandel. Zinfandel thrives in the region because it enjoys abundant sunshine and cool breezes from the Bay. A wine from this region just broke into the ultra-premium category, representing a change in the public’s view of Central Valley Wineries.
On a levied island in the Central Valley’s Sacramento Delta, Clarksburg is known for its Chenin Blanc production. Cool air from the Bay and clay soils seem to be the key to success with this grape that originated in the Loire Valley of France. Petite Sirah also does very well in Central Valley Wine Country.
A Few Popular Central Valley Wineries
-->Latest News – Central Valley
- Apr 26, 2007
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Bokisch Vineyards releases New Wine
Lodi’s Bokisch Vineyards is known for producing Spanish varietals like Albarino. They have released the 2006 version. - Mar 22, 2007
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Vino Con Brio receives big scores for their Wines
Lodi’s Vino Con Brio has received good scores for their Estate Pinotage and Late Harvest Viognier. - Mar 07, 2007
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Upcoming Events at Scribner Bend Vineyards
Upcoming events from Clarksberg’s Scribner Bend Vineyards. - Mar 07, 2007
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Six Hands Winery Picnic in the Vineyard
Clarksberg's Six Hands Winery to hold a June Picnic. - Mar 07, 2007
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River Grove Winery 2007 Releases
Clarkberg’s River Grove Winery releases new wines.
