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Clear Lake AVA: 39 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Clear Lake AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.99. It covers Lake counties and contains 39 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger North Coast AVA and contains 5 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Clear Lake AVA: 39 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Clear Lake AVA Is

Lake

Grapes Grown in Clear Lake

Cabernet Sauvignon

Pinot Noir

Sauvignon Blanc

Cabernet Franc

Petite Sirah

Chardonnay

Tempranillo

Syrah

AVAs Inside Clear Lake

Big Valley District–Lake County

High Valley

Kelsey Bench–Lake County

Red Hills Lake County

Upper Lake Valley

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.99.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Clear Lake AVA?

39 licensed producers are located in the Clear Lake AVA.

Where is the Clear Lake AVA?

It lies in California, covering Lake counties.

What does the Clear Lake AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Clear Lake must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.99.

Is Clear Lake part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Clear Lake sits within the North Coast AVA.

Parent

North Coast AVA

Children

Big Valley District–Lake County AVA · High Valley AVA · Kelsey Bench–Lake County AVA · Red Hills Lake County AVA · Upper Lake Valley AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Pinot Noir Wineries · Sauvignon Blanc Wineries · Cabernet Franc Wineries · Petite Sirah Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Tempranillo Wineries · Syrah Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.
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