The landscape
Vineyards occupy mountain sites among wooded slopes. Elevation and terrain help define the area.
CALIFORNIA · AVA
Santa Cruz Mountains.
Santa Cruz Mountains is an AVA in San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties.
1 researched winery
FIELD NOTES · IN & AROUND Santa Cruz Mountains
A mountain AVA outside Central Coast.
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Wine and grapes
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon are important local grapes.
Places to visit
Winery locations extend across the mountains. Santa Cruz, Saratoga and nearby communities provide visitor access.
RESEARCH SOURCES
TTB records support AVA status. Winegrower and tourism sources provide regional context. Visitor services can change.
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REAL WINERIES · INDEPENDENT RESEARCH
Meet the producers of Santa Cruz Mountains.
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Real winery
Cupertino · Santa Clara County
Ridge Vineyards · Monte Bello
A mountain winery and tasting destination above Cupertino in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Mountain vineyard wines · Ridge tastings
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THE PEOPLE & THE POUR
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Wine catalog: 1 producer · 1 wine
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Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2023 · Santa Cruz Mountains
Blackberry, oak, and mint meet firm tannins and bright acidity.
$95.00Winery reference price
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