The Central Coast of California boasts a rich tradition in winemaking dating back to the late 17th century. Today, scores of wineries and over 100 vineyards growing premium wine grapes dot the oak savannah-covered hillsides and our spectacular scenic coast. Be sure to take some time to explore these world class vineyards and make a toast to your "perfect home" in the sun!

California Wine Regions ~ Central Coast Areas

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San Luis Obispo:
San Luis Obispo County has earned worldwide recognition and respect for the exceptional quality of wine grapes produced in this ideal viticultural area. The area includes the Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley, each a designated "American Viticultural Area", plus the Avila Valley and Nipomo.

There are nearly 13,000 acres of grape vines in San Luis Obispo County, with more vineyards being planted each year, supporting over 110 wineries. The climate and soils provide the perfect environment for growing and producing ultra-premium quality wines. The number one wine grape variety in this areas is Cabernet Sauvignon, with 8,600 acres dedicated to its production. Merlot is second with 4,000 acres.

Arroyo Grande:
Few wineries make their home in the Arroyo Grande Valley, but this area offers a rich diversity of microclimates and a unique viticultural history. Composed of a 16-mile-long winding valley in San Luis Obispo County, Arroyo Grande benefits from a east-northeast orientation, allowing coastal fog and Pacific breezes to moderate the climate. Distinctive, nervy sparkling wines are produced here, along with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, plus some of California's best Zinfandel and Rhone varietals.

Santa Margarita:
Santa Margarita, not long ago considered primarily a white wine producing area, has gained much recognition for its excellent red wines. Along with some amazing 'world class' Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs, Rieslings, Viogniers and Muscats, Santa Margarita wineries are producing award-winning Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots, Zinfandels and Syrahs, plus Italian varietals, sparkling and fortified wines.

Paso Robles:
Today, Paso Robles is home to more than 100 wineries and 26,000 vineyard acres, which focus on premium wine production. The area's distinct micro-climates and diverse soils, combined with warm days and cool nights, make growing conditions ideal for producing more than 40 wine varieties from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, to Syrah, Viognier and Roussanne, to Zinfandel, the area's heritage wine variety.

Templeton:
Templeton is a small town included within the Paso Robles appellation. The York Mountain Viticultural Area, 9 miles due west of Templeton, is home to several wineries. Most of the 400 acres within Templeton are planted today to red varieties. Zinfandel and Petite Syrah dominate the old plantings, but Cabernet, Merlot, and Chardonnay are definitely on the increase.

Creston:
Come out to the beautiful countryside of Creston and enjoy a world class Cabernet Sauvignon, along with other small lot productions that exhibit intense varietal character, and demonstrate Creston's commitment to "no compromise" quality.