Monterey County
Visiting Monterey County Wineries is more challenging than in other regions because they are scattered over a large area. Nevertheless, the region's natural beauty and affinity for producing certain varietals makes it a premiere destination for wine tours. Check out the Monterey County Wine Country Map.
Monterey County Wine Country
The Santa Lucia Highlands AVA is on the western bench of Salinas Valley. This region consists of a series of terraced, hillside vineyards that are known for producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Summer afternoons are typically sunny, but are cooled by coastal winds from the Pacific Ocean. This AVA is one of the best places to visit Monterey County Wineries.
Just east is the Chalone AVA, which is warmer than most other regions in Monterey County Wine Country. Located near the Pinnacles National Monument, soils are made of decomposed granite and limestone. During the growing season, temperatures can swing over 50 degrees from day to night. This poses a difficult task for Monterey County Wineries.
Despite its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, Carmel Valley’s elevation protects it from the fog that regularly blankets coastal parts of the Valley. Monterey Wineries for this AVA are known for their Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
If you take a tour through Southern Monterey County Wine Country, you’ll reach the Arroyo Seco AVA. Monterey Wineries in the region are characterized by their sheltered location. Grapes grown in well-drained, gravelly soils that are the result of ancient alluvial debris from the surrounding hills.
A Few Popular Monterey County Wineries
-->Latest News – Monterey County
- Mar 22, 2007
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Lucia Vineyards has released their 2005 Wines
Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir specialist Lucia Vineyards has released four new 2005 single vineyard wines. - Mar 11, 2007
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Upcoming Events for Morgan Winery
The Upcoming events for Santa Lucia Highlands’ Morgan Winery. - Mar 05, 2007
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Hahn Estates Wins Awards for 2005 Vintage
2005 Awards for Santa Lucia Highlands' Hahn Estates. - Feb 23, 2007
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Chalone Vineyard’s Recent Accolades
Chalone Vineyard’s Recent Accolades. - Feb 23, 2007
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Ventana Vineyards received over 40 medals in 2006 Wine Competitions
Arroyo Seco’s Ventana Vineyards wins over 40 gold, silver and bronze medals in wine competitions.
