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Monterey & San Benito

Monterey & San Benito includes Gabilan Mountains, Santa Lucia Highlands, Arroyo Seco and Carmel Valley among its appellations. Wines from the Gabilan Mountains are described as complex, fruity and mineral-driven.

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Monterey & San Benito, California · Central Coast
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Monterey · San Antonio Valley · Gabilan Mountains · San Benito
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Atlas locationMonterey & San Benito · California · Central Coast36.35° N · 121.24° WOpen in Atlas

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Monterey & San Benito is part of California's Central Coast. Its appellations include Monterey, San Benito, Gabilan Mountains, Santa Lucia Highlands, Arroyo Seco, Carmel Valley and Paicines. Gabilan Mountain wines are described as fruity, with mineral notes and complex flavours.

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Elsewhere in California · Central Coast

  1. San Luis Obispo7 producersOften called SLO, San Luis Obispo is associated with Rhône blends, heritage Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Its listed appellations include Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande Valley.
  2. Santa Barbara8 producersMarine fog moves through Santa Barbara's east-west valleys. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grow in the cooler west, while bolder Rhône and Bordeaux varieties grow farther east. Santa Maria Valley is associated with intensely flavoured Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that retain acidity.
  3. Santa Cruz & Bay7 producersSanta Cruz & Bay includes the Santa Cruz Mountains and San Francisco Bay appellations. Mountain vineyards often sit above the fog line. The Santa Cruz Mountains produce ageworthy Pinot Noir and crisp, mineral-flavoured Chardonnay.
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