Clements Hills AVA

Clements Hills AVA
Wine region
TypeAmerican Viticultural Area
Year established2006
CountryUnited States
Part ofCalifornia, Lodi AVA
Total area85,400 acres (34,560 ha)
Size of planted vineyards21,700 acres (8,782 ha)
Grapes producedBarbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel

The Clements Hills AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in San Joaquin County, California. It is located in the southeast part of the larger Lodi AVA. The Mokelumne River flows through the wine region, which is composed of rolling hills between 90 feet (27 m) and 400 feet (122 m) in elevation. A variety of microclimates exist within the hills of the region. The soils in the area includes loams, clay loams, and clays. Below the alluvial top soil are areas of granite and volcanic soils.