The Cabernet Sauvignon Grape
DNA genetic fingerprinting research at the University of California at Davis has revealed Cabernet Sauvignon to be a cross between the Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The variety is California’s most widely planted red winegrape, with 75,791 acres reported in 2009. Napa Valley, Sonoma County and the Lodi-Woodbridge area have the most plantings. Cabernet Sauvignon is a tough-skinned, late-maturing variety that is more impervious to rain damage and disease.Top 10 California Counties for Cabernet Sauvignon Acreage, 2009 | ||
| County | 2009 Total Acres | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Napa | 19,145 | |
| Sonoma | 10,924 | |
| San Joaquin | 10,869 | |
| San Luis Obispo | 9,250 | |
| Monterey | 3,543 | |
| Lake County | 3,249 | |
| Sacramento | 2,996 | |
| Madera | 2,982 | |
| Mendocino | 2,477 | |
| Kern | 1,853 | |
| Other | 8,503 | |
| STATE TOTAL | 75,791 | |
Source: California Agricultural Statistics Service
California Cabernet Sauvignon Grape Crush Tonnage | |
| Year | Tons Crushed |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 442,770 |
| 2008 | 326,212 |
| 2007 | 425,172 |
| 2006 | 423,508 |
| 2005 | 542,480 |
| 2004 | 360,115 |
| 2003 | 396,358 |
| 2002 | 379,183 |
| 2001 | 390,216 |
| 2000 | 357,684 |
| 1999 | 255,732 |
| 1998 | 228,450 |
| 1997 | 226,318 |
| 1996 | 158,643 |
| 1995 | 180,406 |
| 1994 | 171,654 |
| 1993 | 160,035 |
| 1992 | 151,319 |
| 1991 | 134,143 |
| 1990 | 94,177 |
Source: California Agricultural Statistics Service. History revised.
Revised on May 10, 2010





