The acreage of Chardonnay in California is increasing. The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

Chardonnay acreage in California is decreasing. Last year there were 85,840 acres of Chardonnay planted in the state. Twenty years ago, there were 96,466 acres.

Numerous factors have contributed to this, including demand challenges, historic low yields, and changing consumer preferences. In fact, across all varieties, in 2024, California experienced its lightest harvest in 20 years—a 23% decrease from 2023—as demand for wine dropped and grape growers struggled to find buyers.