Four Yolo County AVA’S you don’t want to miss!

Capay Valley

The Capay Valley AVA offers a true escape into rural California, where rolling hills, oak-studded landscapes, and family farms create one of Yolo County’s most scenic destinations. Known for Rhône and Mediterranean varietals like Syrah, Grenache, and Viognier, the region combines distinctive wines with a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy vineyard views, farm-to-table experiences, and the authentic charm of wine country at wineries like Taber Ranch Vineyards and Capay Valley Vineyards.

Clarksburg

Set in the heart of the Sacramento River Delta, the Clarksburg AVA is known for its cooling breezes, fertile soils, and exceptional Chenin Blanc. The region’s scenic waterways, historic farms, and welcoming tasting rooms make it an ideal destination for a leisurely day of wine tasting. Visitors can explore the area’s agricultural heritage while enjoying award-winning wines at destinations like Heringer Estates and Elevation Ten Winery.

Dunnigan Hills

The Dunnigan Hills AVA showcases the beauty of northern Yolo County, where rolling hills, expansive vineyard views, and a warm climate produce bold reds and vibrant whites. Known for varietals such as Tempranillo, Cabernet, Verdejo, and Chardonnay, the region offers visitors an authentic wine country experience rooted in generations of farming. A visit to Matchbook Wine Company and Grindstone Wines provides a taste of the AVA’s agricultural heritage, hospitality, and estate-grown wines.

The Winters Highlands AVA combines picturesque foothills, cooling Berryessa Gap breezes, and a growing reputation for premium wines. Home to varietals such as Tempranillo, Syrah, Grenache, and Albariño, the region offers a unique blend of innovative winemaking and small-town charm. Visitors can spend the day exploring tasting rooms, enjoying local restaurants in nearby Winters, and discovering wineries like Berryessa Gap Vineyards, Turkovich Family Wines, Collina Be Bella, and Fjord Oak Vineyards

Winters Highlands

Davis

Davis serves as the perfect gateway to Yolo County wine country, blending small-town charm, farm-to-fork culture, and a vibrant downtown scene. Home to the University of California, Davis, the city is known for its bike-friendly streets, local restaurants, farmers’ markets, and strong agricultural roots. Visitors can spend the morning exploring downtown shops and cafes before venturing out to nearby wineries throughout Yolo County’s four AVAs. With its welcoming atmosphere, central location, and easy access to wine tasting at Great Bear Vineyards, plus dining and outdoor recreation.

What makes Yolo County Wineries Unique

Boutique Wines, Crafted by Hand
Yolo County wineries specialize in small-lot, handcrafted wines made with premium fruit grown by families who have farmed the region for generations. The result is a collection of wines that showcase authenticity, quality, and a true sense of place.

More Than 50 Varietals to Explore
From Albariño and Chenin Blanc to Tempranillo, Petite Sirah, and Syrah, Yolo County offers one of the most diverse wine experiences in California. Across the region's AVAs, visitors can discover more than 50 varietals and countless unique wine styles.

Four Distinct Wine Regions
The Capay Valley, Clarksburg, Dunnigan Hills, and Winters Highlands AVAs each bring their own climate, soils, and personality to the glass. This diversity allows visitors to experience a remarkable range of wines within a single destination.

Authentic Wine Country Without the Crowds
Here, tasting rooms are personal, welcoming, and often hosted by the very people who grow the grapes and make the wine. Visitors enjoy genuine hospitality, beautiful landscapes, and unforgettable wine experiences away from the hustle of larger wine regions.

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