California

Summary

State-level administrative region that is the most important, in terms of both high volume and quality production, region for winemaking in the United States of America. Broadly Mediterranean with significant local variation due to cold Pacific Ocean influences and mountain ranges

Geographic Indication

Legal definition available through the U.S. TTB and available at (External Link) Section 46e832

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Average Temperature

Total Precipitation 553.60mm