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Varieties
The most widely planted varieties in the Paso Robles appellation are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Sauvignon Blanc.
With Italian and Rhone varieties on the upswing, 33 other varieties with 300 to less than an acre planted in the region include Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc, Petit Verdot, Muscat Cannelli, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Viognier, Malbec, Mourvèdre, Barbera, Tempranillo, Semillon, Pinot Grigio, Roussanne, Nebbiolo, Riesling, Lagrein, Counoise, Marsanne, Refosco, Cinsault, Orange Muscat, Tannat, Carignane, Primitivo, Touriga, Vermentino, Tinto Cão, Pinot Blanc, Souzão, Picpoul Blanc and Dolcetto.
| Variety |
Acres |
% Total |
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| Cabernet Sauvignon |
4,730 |
31% |
| Merlot |
2,895 |
19% |
| Syrah |
1,555 |
10% |
| Chardonnay |
1,511 |
10% |
| Zinfandel |
1,490 |
10% |
| Petite Sirah |
674 |
4% |
| Sauvignon Blanc |
616 |
4% |
| Other Varieties |
1,896 |
12% |
| PRWCA Members Total |
15,367 |
| Paso Robles AVA Total |
26,000 |
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