An American Viticultural Area (AVA) is a designated wine grape-growing region in the United States distinguishable by geographic features that qualify. John Alger of Alger Vineyards shared the process that began early on of getting the Manton region identified as an AVA. With no geological surveys of the mountain and no map, a survey was conducted, one which required rain, frost and snow measurements be taken daily. The “Cohasset soil” was found to be identical to that of the soils of France, and the climate of Calistoga, CA. Vist the region where these fine wineries await you:

Indian Peak Vineyards

Fred & Donna Boots -Visit this family winery in Manton and at their offsite tasting room in Graeagle. They produce Cabernet Sauvingon, Merlot, Abstract Red (Blend of Syrah and Zin), Port, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc at 2,200ft elevation on the western slope of Mt. Lassen. Soils are red volcanic and well drained.

 

Mt. Tehama Winery 

“We do dry farming at Mount Tehama Winery to help with water conservation.” Taste our Rhone style wines by appointment. Open every Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 5 pm. Please call (530) 474-3304 and leave a message. Cheers, Alain”

mtwinery.com

32165 Forward Road •

Manton, 96059

+1.530.474.3304

Alger Vineyards

John and Linda Alger- Alger Vineyards sits at approximately 2500 feet on the western reaches of volcanic Mt. Lassen utilizing small lots of high quality, certified organic grapes, grown only from our estate vineyard. We strive for a distinctive mountain character with focused favors, for the best quality grapes and premium award winning wines. Our tasting room is open every weekend, or join us for some fun at one of the upcoming events. Cheers!

Alger-Vineyards.com

31636 Forward Rd. • Manton, CA 96059

+1.530.474.WINE


Cedar Crest Winery & Brewery 

Jim Livingston & wife Corey Escape to the beauty of Cedar Crest Vineyards. The rich volcanic soils offer the perfect wine-growing environment Tasting room inside Enjoy the Store in Historic Downtown Red Bluff. Cedar Crest is open Saturdays and Sundays year ‘round from 12 pm to 5 pm.

 CedarCrestVineyards.com

32505 Forward Rd, Manton, CA 96059

+1.530.474.4242

Shasta Daisy Vineyard

Lorna and Carroll Kneddler On the western slope of the Cascade Mountain range at an elevation of 3500 feet lies Shasta Daisy Vineyard near the foot of Mt. Lassen. Superior quality grapes and wines from volcanic soils irrigated by waters that have leached through the lava beds, along with warm afternoons and cool nights.

ShastaDaisyVineyard.com

32055 Forward Road • Manton, CA 96059

+1.530.474.5262