Calaveras County
Sierra Foothills · Gold Country Gems
12Wineries
ZinfandelSignature
Sierra FoothillsRegion
Zinfandel Rhône blends Barbera
Why This Region Matters
Calaveras County is a scenic, less-traveled corner of the Sierra Foothills, where Gold Rush history and high-elevation vineyards combine to produce characterful Zinfandel, Rhône blends, and Italian varieties. The Murphys area has become a delightful tasting-room destination, with a walkable main street that makes Calaveras one of the most charming foothill stops.
Zinfandel Country
Calaveras County is a scenic, less-traveled corner of the Sierra Foothills, where Gold Rush history and high-elevation vineyards combine to produce characterful Zinfandel, Rhône blends, and Italian varieties.
Distinctive Climate
Calaveras vineyards at elevations of 1,500 to 2,500 feet enjoy warm days and cool mountain nights, with big diurnal swings preserving acidity.
12 Wineries
12 producers in Calaveras County are catalogued on WinoNotion, from boutique family estates to established names.
Part of Sierra Foothills
Calaveras County is a distinct sub-region within Sierra Foothills, with its own character worth seeking out on any visit.
Climate & Terroir
Calaveras vineyards at elevations of 1,500 to 2,500 feet enjoy warm days and cool mountain nights, with big diurnal swings preserving acidity. Volcanic and granitic soils drain well and stress the vines for concentrated fruit.
Visiting Calaveras County
Murphys is the jewel of the county, a historic Gold Rush town with a walkable main street lined with tasting rooms.
Wineries in Calaveras County
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Black Sheep Winery
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Broll Mountain Vineyards
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Chatom Vineyards
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Frog Hollow Cellars
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Indian Rock Vineyard
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Ironstone Vineyards
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Jeff Myers Winery
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Milliaire Winery
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Saluti Cellars
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Stevenot Winery
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Twisted Oak Winery
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Zucca Mountain Vineyards
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🗺 WinoNotion Visitor Tip
Calaveras County rewards a focused visit. Murphys is the jewel of the county, a historic Gold Rush town with a walkable main street lined with tasting rooms. Call ahead, many of the best estates here are by appointment only.