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El Dorado AVA: 96 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The El Dorado AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.61. It covers El Dorado counties and contains 96 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Sierra Foothills AVA and contains 1 nested AVA.

Where These Wineries Are

El Dorado AVA: 96 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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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 El Dorado AVA Is

El Dorado

Grapes Grown in El Dorado

Zinfandel

Barbera

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grenache

Syrah

Pinot Noir

Mourvèdre

Petite Sirah

AVAs Inside El Dorado

Fair Play

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.61.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the El Dorado AVA?

96 licensed producers are located in the El Dorado AVA.

Where is the El Dorado AVA?

It lies in California, covering El Dorado counties.

What does the El Dorado AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled El Dorado must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.61.

Is El Dorado part of a larger AVA?

Yes, El Dorado sits within the Sierra Foothills AVA.

Parent

Sierra Foothills AVA

Children

Fair Play AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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