• About six miles long and two miles wide
• Classified as an American Viticulture Area (AVA) by the federal government since 1982 – just a year after Napa Valley.
• Lies within the Coastal area climate
• Fog rarely penetrates the valley due to its distance from the Pacific Ocean
• Rich and fertile soils consist of Brentwood clay loam, Sycamore silty clay loam, San Ysidro sandy loam, and Rincon clay loam

With its Mediterranean climate and rich and fertile soils, Suisun Valley is one of California’s agricultural meccas. The historic region is:

• Located between two Coastal Mountain Ranges, the Vaca Mountains on the east and the Mount George Range on the west
• Home to upwards of 10,000 acres of rolling farmland and low-lying hills, 3,000 of which are used to grow grapes
• Officially recognized as part of the North Coast Appellation, a district renowned for ultra-premium wines
• Known for producing a bounty of farm-fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and flowers
• Host to food-related events, such as ART on the Vine, and quaint eateries
• Responsible for nearly $20 million in agricultural product sales annually

Finding Suisun Valley

Suisun Valley is conveniently located along Interstate 80 near Fairfield. The driving time from either San Francisco or Sacramento is approximately 45 minutes. Exit onto Suisun Valley Road or Abernathy Road, and begin your country adventure there.