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California was first introduced to Vitis vinifera vines (Common Grape Vines native to the Mediterranean region) in the 18th century when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards. The wines were used for religious sacraments as well as for daily life. In the mid-20th century, California beat out French wines in both red and white wine categories at the 1976 Judgment of Paris wine competition. At nearly 3/4 the size of France, California is responsible for nearly 90% of all of American wine production. If California were a separate country, it would be the world's fourth-largest wine producer. Over 100 grape varieties are grown in California including French, Italian and Spanish wine varietals as well as hybrid grapes. The seven leading grape varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot noir, Sauvignon blanc, Syrah, and Zinfandel. Other notable red wine grapes include Barbera, Cabernet franc, Carignane, Grenache, Malbec, Mouvedre, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot and Sangiovese. White wine varietals include Chenin blanc, French Colombard, Gewürztraminer, Marsanne, Muscat Canelli, Pinot blanc, Pinot gris, Riesling, Roussane, Sémillon, Trousseau gris, and Viognier. Today there are more than 1,200 wineries in the state.
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