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Santa Clara Valley AVA: 186 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Santa Clara Valley AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.126. It covers Alameda, San Benito, Santa Clara counties and contains 186 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Central Coast AVA and contains 2 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Santa Clara Valley AVA: 186 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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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 Santa Clara Valley AVA Is

Alameda

San Benito

Santa Clara

Grapes Grown in Santa Clara Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

Pinot Noir

Merlot

Zinfandel

Cabernet Franc

Syrah

Sauvignon Blanc

AVAs Inside Santa Clara Valley

Pacheco Pass

San Ysidro District

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.126.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Santa Clara Valley AVA?

186 licensed producers are located in the Santa Clara Valley AVA.

Where is the Santa Clara Valley AVA?

It lies in California, covering Alameda, San Benito, Santa Clara counties.

What does the Santa Clara Valley AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Santa Clara Valley must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.126.

Is Santa Clara Valley part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Santa Clara Valley sits within the Central Coast AVA.

Parent

Central Coast AVA

Children

Pacheco Pass AVA · San Ysidro District AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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