Visit Lodi, California - Behind The Wine
Welcome To Lodi Wine Country
2015 Wine Region of the Year | Home of the 2018 Winemaker of the Year | Welcoming Community
Memorable Activities & Adventures Await
Lodi, California is scenically nestled between the San Francisco Bay and the Sierra Nevada Mountains with 85+ boutique wineries where 5th generation artisan winemakers are carefully crafting the next award-winning wine. Widely known as the Zinfandel Capital of the World, Lodi is making headlines with a diverse portfolio of unique Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German and Rhone-Style varietals that reminds you of the quality wines of Europe with a little more distinction.
Taste the diverse palate offerings of a James Beard award-winning chef, shop at one-of-a-kind stores in our historic downtown, cycle through our beautiful country roads, stay in our newly renovated lodging that includes award-winning hotels, motels, vacation homes and BNBs. Attend one of our popular wine events. Host a corporate meeting or celebrate in one of our most sought after wedding venues. Meet people that make you feel welcomed wherever you go. Come for the history and wines, stay for the memorable Lodi experience.
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Wineries in Lodi, California
Lodi produces more wine grapes than any other California appellation
Grapes are at the heart of Lodi’s history. They thrive in the perfect blend of temperate climate and loamy soil, a heavenly match that earned the region the name Lodi Appellation in 1986, and Wine Region of the Year in 2015. Today there are more than 85 wineries in and around Lodi, producing some 450 labels.
Lodging in Lodi, California
Lodi's lodging offers visitors variety
Looking for that perfect place to stay the night? Lodi hotels, motels, vacation homes, and bed and breakfasts await. Conveniently located near Lodi wineries and attractions, Lodi has a variety of places to stay with options to suit every budget. Before making your reservation, check out Lodi discounts and special packages options.
Adventure in Lodi, California
Get your heart pumping, or simply enjoy natures beauty
Lodi offers an abundance of recreation, from kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing and much more. Cyclists love exploring this region’s scenic back roads, pausing at the many tasting room “rest stops” along the way.