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San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA: 495 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.282. It covers San Luis Obispo counties and contains 495 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Central Coast AVA and contains 2 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA: 495 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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

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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 San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA Is

San Luis Obispo

Grapes Grown in San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Syrah

Grenache

Petite Sirah

Chardonnay

Zinfandel

Pinot Noir

Merlot

AVAs Inside San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast)

Arroyo Grande Valley

Edna Valley

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.282.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA?

495 licensed producers are located in the San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA.

Where is the San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA?

It lies in California, covering San Luis Obispo counties.

What does the San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.282.

Is San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) part of a larger AVA?

Yes, San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) sits within the Central Coast AVA.

Parent

Central Coast AVA

Children

Arroyo Grande Valley AVA · Edna Valley AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Grenache Wineries · Petite Sirah Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Zinfandel Wineries · Pinot Noir Wineries · Merlot 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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.