Your Guide to Monterey Wine Country
Monterey's Lone Cyprus
Monterey's breathtaking vistas, sprawling terrain, and coastal splendor perfectly complement our exceptional wines and unequaled hospitality. Discover, explore, and embrace the pride of Monterey for an unforgettable experience, and become a part of the Monterey Wines Community. Visit the Tasting Rooms of Monterey, Carmel By-The-Sea, and beautiful Carmel Valley. Enjoy Monterey's coastal beach-side charm and intimate venues to learn why Monterey/Carmel was voted as one of the top five worldwide wine destinations by the Wine Enthusiast. Carmel Valley has had a wine history since the 1800s. As you visit you will detect vineyards that peppered this rugged, rustic region. Plan Ride Stay Eat Wine Vineyards Varietals Events. Monterey's wineries and tasting rooms offer a taste of Europe on the California coast. Monterey Wine Country is unequaled for its tasting rooms and here are found in a few locations.
Cannery Row Street Sign
History/ The Monterey AVA's
The Monterey American Viticultural Area (AVA) is a wine region located in central California, USA. Designated as an AVA in 1984, the Monterey AVA covers a vast area that includes parts of Monterey County. This region is known for its diverse microclimates and soils, making it suitable for the cultivation of a wide variety of grape varieties.