Sta. Rita Hills AVA
United States of America / California / Central Coast / Santa Barbara County

Summary

AVA that is adjacent to the Santa Ynez Valley AVA in the Santa Ynez Valley and directly influenced by the Pacific Ocean, providing a cool climate for grape growing despite its (relatively) southerly latitude of 34 degrees north. Known for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and cool-climate Syrah

Geographic Indication

Legal definition available through the U.S. TTB and available at (External Link) Section 9.162

Important Varietals

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Average Temperature

Total Precipitation 404.10mm