California

About this region

O estado que produz a esmagadora maioria do vinho americano, abrangendo condições que vão dos vales costeiros arrefecidos pelo nevoeiro ao calor do Vale Central. É uma unidade política e não uma denominação — as fronteiras com significado são as AVA, como Napa Valley, Sonoma e Lodi. A Cabernet Sauvignon, a Chardonnay e a Zinfandel dominam, com a Petite Sirah como especialidade de longa data.

Information

Country: United States
Climate: Mediterranean

Frequently asked questions

How many California wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for California wines across Portuguese online retailers — 43 in the catalogue.

Which grape varieties are common in California?

Common grape varieties in California include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec.

What is the California wine region known for?

The state that makes the overwhelming majority of American wine, spanning conditions from fog-cooled coastal valleys to the hot Central Valley floor. It is a political unit rather than an appellation — the meaningful boundaries are AVAs such as Napa Valley, Sonoma and Lodi. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Zinfandel…