6 of Californias Most Underrated Wine Regions [MAP]

When thinking of California’s wine regions, Napa and Sonoma instantly come to mind. It’s understandable, as these well-regarded regions have longstanding prestige and churn out some of the world’s greatest wines. But Napa and Sonoma are so popular that they often eclipse the Golden State’s smaller, lesser-known regions. Of the 279 established AVAs in the U.S., California is home to the overwhelming majority — 154 designated winemaking regions are located in the state. Why throw all of your eggs into two baskets when there are 152 more to explore?