High Valley

High Valley AVA is a subregion of Lake County, California, perched at elevations between 1,600 and 3,000 feet around Clear Lake, with volcanic soils and a unique microclimate featuring warm days and cool nights due to Pacific Ocean breezes. The terroir is particularly well-suited for growing Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Zinfandel, producing wines known for their bright acidity, minerality, and concentrated flavors. High Valley's combination of volcanic soils, high altitude, and temperature variations creates distinctively structured red wines and aromatic whites with good aging potential.