California
Explore the wines, terroir, and traditions
About California
California revolutionized modern winemaking with the 1976 Judgment of Paris, proving New World wines could rival Burgundy and Bordeaux. Napa Valley's Cabernet Sauvignon sets global benchmarks while Sonoma excels with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. From cool coastal regions to warm inland valleys, California's diversity is unmatched.
Climate
Mediterranean with cool coastal fog and warm inland valleys
Key Grapes
Cabernet SauvignonChardonnayPinot NoirZinfandelSauvignon BlancMerlot