Posts tagged Monterey Wine
The Growing Regions of Monterey Part IX: The Monterey A.V.A
Dec 1st
The Monterey AVA is the county’s largest growing region by far. Stretching from the Monterey Bay itself all the way down to the border of Paso Robles, there are over 40,000 acres of grapes planted. Because of the vast distance the AVA covers, there is a very wide variety of grapes grown throughout the region
The Growing Regions Of Monterey Part VIII: Hames Valley
Nov 30th
The Monterey appellation’s southern most AVA, the Hames Valley, has a very warm overall climate, but it also experiences the region’s most significant diurnal swings, with 50-degree temperature changes from day to night.
The Growing Regions Of Monterey Part VII: San Antonio Valley
Nov 29th
The San Antonio Valley is Monterey County’s newest AVA.
The Growing Regions of Monterey Part VI: San Lucas
Nov 25th
At the southwester edge of the Salinas Valley, more than 8,000 acres are cultivated for grapes. The vines here are much less affected by ocean breezes, so they experience warmer overall temperatures during the day.
The Growing Regions of Monterey Part V: San Bernabe
Nov 24th
San Bernabe is the most centrally located AVA in the Monterey region, with about 5,000 acres cultivated with grapes. There are a wide variety of microclimates in the AVA, which allows growers to farm a number of different varietals.
The Growing Regions of Monterey Part III: Chalone
Nov 21st
The Chalone region is the smallest A.V.A (American Viticulture Areas) in Monterey County, with about 300 acres of grapes planted. Its location 1,800 feet up in the mountains mean that ocean fog has less influence over the temperature. As a result, the vines experience great diurnal swings of 40 to 50 degrees during the day. These dramatic changes create greater flavor complexity in the region’s wine.
The Growing Regions of Monterey Part II:The Santa Lucia Highlands
Nov 20th
The second stop on our trip around the Monterey appellation takes us to the Santa Lucia Highlands, where Chardonnay and Pinot Noir flourish.
The Growing Regions of Monterey County: Part 1
Nov 19th
Monterey County is legendary for its breathtaking views and incredible wildlife. The way that weather, earth, and ocean combine together make it a dream come true for nature lovers or anyone who just wants to slip away into the area’s quixotic charms. These three elements also make the region a world-class spot for growing wine grapes.