What are some famous California wines?

- Napa Valley, Sonoma County (Alexander Valley, Russian River Valley), Santa Cruz Mountains

Chardonnay:

- Russian River Valley, Carneros, Santa Barbara County, Sonoma Coast/Russian River, Monterey (Santa Lucia Highlands)

Pinot Noir:

- Russian River Valley, Sta. Rita Hills, Carneros, Anderson Valley

Zinfandel:

- Lodi, Sierra Foothills (Amador and El Dorado Counties)

Sauvignon Blanc:

- Napa Valley, Sonoma County (Alexander Valley, Carneros, Sonoma Coast), Monterey (Santa Lucia Highlands)

Merlot:

- Napa Valley

White and sparkling wines:

- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and sparkling wines are well liked. White blends also have gained much traction in popularity.