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Central Coast AVA: 1,289 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Central Coast AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.75. It covers Alameda, Contra Costa, Monterey, San Benito counties and contains 1,289 licensed wine producers and contains 43 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Central Coast AVA: 1,289 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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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 Central Coast AVA Is

Alameda

Contra Costa

Monterey

San Benito

San Francisco

San Luis Obispo

San Mateo

Santa Barbara

Grapes Grown in Central Coast

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Syrah

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grenache

Merlot

Zinfandel

Sauvignon Blanc

AVAs Inside Central Coast

Adelaida District

Alisos Canyon

Arroyo Seco

Ballard Canyon

Carmel Valley

Chalone

Cienega Valley

Contra Costa

Creston District

Edna Valley

El Pomar District

Gabilan Mountains

Hames Valley

Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara

Lamorinda

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.75.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Central Coast AVA?

1,289 licensed producers are located in the Central Coast AVA.

Where is the Central Coast AVA?

It lies in California, covering Alameda, Contra Costa, Monterey, San Benito, San Francisco counties.

What does the Central Coast AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Central Coast must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.75.

Is Central Coast part of a larger AVA?

No, Central Coast is not nested inside another AVA.

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Adelaida District AVA · Alisos Canyon AVA · Arroyo Seco AVA · Ballard Canyon AVA · Carmel Valley AVA · Chalone AVA · Cienega Valley AVA · Contra Costa AVA · Creston District AVA · Edna Valley AVA · El Pomar District AVA · Gabilan Mountains AVA · Hames Valley AVA · Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA · Lamorinda AVA · Lime Kiln Valley AVA · Livermore Valley AVA · Los Olivos District AVA · Monterey AVA · Mt. Harlan AVA · Pacheco Pass AVA · Paicines AVA · Paso Robles AVA · Paso Robles Estrella District AVA · Paso Robles Geneseo District AVA · Paso Robles Highlands District AVA · Paso Robles Willow Creek District AVA · San Antonio Valley AVA · San Benito AVA · San Bernabe AVA · San Francisco Bay AVA · San Juan Creek AVA · San Lucas AVA · San Luis Obispo Coast (SLO Coast) AVA · San Miguel District AVA · San Ysidro District AVA · Santa Clara Valley AVA · Santa Margarita Ranch AVA · Santa Maria Valley AVA · Santa Ynez Valley AVA · Sta. Rita Hills AVA · Templeton Gap District AVA · York Mountain AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

Pinot Noir Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Grenache Wineries · Merlot Wineries · Zinfandel Wineries · Sauvignon Blanc 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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