Santa Clara Valley

Santa Clara Valley is a wine region of San Francisco Bay, USA.

Growers build the wines around Zinfandel, filling out the blend with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sangiovese.

The ground underneath is clay, gravel and loam.

The climate is mediterranean, running fog-prone and sea breezes.

The vineyards themselves read as mountains and valley floor.

Red wine, dry white wine and rosé wine, plus one more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and refreshing, showcasing vibrant acidity, light and fruity and perfect for warmer days, plus two more.

At the table these bottles work with grilled meats, pasta with tomato sauce and spicy dishes.

In the glass.

Dry white: Crisp and refreshing, Showcasing vibrant acidity.

Rosé: Light and fruity, Perfect for warmer days.

Sparkling: Fresh and lively, Delicate balance of acidity.

Grapes planted here.

Bottles to look for.

• Clos LaChance Proprietary Red Blend, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• David Bruce Santa Clara Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA
• Florez Wines 'Free Solo' Old Vine Heritage Blend, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• Guglielmo Winery Private Reserve Barbera, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• Guglielmo Winery Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• Guglielmo Winery Private Reserve Merlot, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• Guglielmo Winery Private Reserve Sangiovese, Santa Clara Valley, USA
• Jason-Stephens Winery Estate Merlot, Santa Clara Valley, USA

At the table.

• Grilled meats
• Pasta with tomato sauce
• Spicy dishes

Nearby regions.

Santa Clara Valley: common questions

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