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The statistics speak volumes: California is America’s No. 1 wine producer, producing 81 percent of U.S. wine sales. There are approximately 637,000 acres planted to wine grapes, making the Golden State the fourth-largest wine producer in the world. Not surprisingly, those endless rows of vines generate amazingly diverse wine tasting experiences—including everything from high-end pairings in the Napa Valley to neighborly barn tastings in Sonoma County to cave tours and winemaker chats from Mendocino County to Temecula. Start your research here and let your palate be your guide.
Get to Know the Many Black-Owned Wineries in California
Success stories abound throughout the Golden State, from Napa and Sonoma to less likely destinations including Laguna Beach and San Diego County
Celebrate Culinary Bounty at the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience
California’s newest international wine and food festival shines a spotlight on the makers behind the magic
Temecula Valley Wine Country
Taste your way through Southern California's leading wine region
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Monterey's River Road Wine Trail
Follow the Salinas River in Monterey County through farmland dotted with ever-increasing numbers of vineyards
Top Urban Wine Destinations
Visit these cities and towns with thriving wine scenes far from the state’s famous vineyards
Mendocino & Sonoma County: The Wine Road
Twist through redwoods and over hills to the home of 150 wineries
Travel Stories
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September 2022 Events in California
Bridge two seasons with festivals for stargazing, surfing, and beer
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Hearst Castle Reopens May 11
For the first time in more than two years, visitors can once again tour this architectural marvel on California’s Central Coast
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8 Perfect Places to See Fabulous Fall Colors
Where to go to see leaves as autumn unfurls in California
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5 Great Places to See Autumn Leaves in California
See California color pop in these leaf-peeping locations across the state
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California's Classic Wine Roads
Follow celebrated routes to iconic vineyards and tucked-away surprises
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How You Can Support California’s Black-Owned Businesses
Check out this curated collection of restaurants, boutiques, and other worthy outlets