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VARIETALS GROWN

The reported acreage reflects the 2007 Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance membership. Overall, Paso Robles Wine Country encompasses more than 26,000 vineyard acres. As reported by the industry today, approximately 29,000 acres of winegrapes are planted in San Luis Obispo County.

The most widely planted varieties in the Paso Robles appellation are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah, Chardonnay, Petite Sirah and Sauvignon Blanc. With Italian and Rhone varieties on the upswing, more than 30 other varieties with 100 to less than an acre planted in the region including Pinot Grigio, Tempranillo, Roussanne, Barbera, Semillon, Sangiovese, Viognier and Mourvedre.

Varietal % Total  
Cabernet Sauvignon 38%
Merlot 15%
Syrah 10%
Zinfandel 9%
Chardonnay 8%
Petite Sirah 4%
Sauvignon Blanc 3%
Cabernet Franc 2%
Other Varieties 11% Paso Robles AVA Total 26,000.00+
Total 100% San Luis Obispo County Industry Total 29,000.00

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