Anderson Valley AVA

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Anderson Valley AVA (Wine Region)
Appellation type American Viticultural Area
Year established 1983[1]
Country USA
Part of California, Mendocino AVA, Mendocino County, Mendocino Ridge AVA, North Coast AVA
Grapes produced Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Merlot, Muscat Canelli, Petite Sirah, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Syrah, Zinfandel[2]
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The Anderson Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area centered around the Anderson Valley in Mendocino County, California. It is known primarily for its Pinot Noir and sparkling wine production. Lying 10-15 from the Pacific Ocean, the AVA is prone to wide diurnal temperature variation of between 40-50 degrees and to having long Indian summers. The AVA host an annual Alsatian wine festival where its Riesling and Gewurztraminer wines are showcased.[2]


[edit] References

  1. ^ Code of Federal Regulations. "§ 9.86 Anderson Valley." Title 27: Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Part 9 — American Viticultural Areas; Subpart C — Approved American Viticultural Areas. Retrieved Jan. 21, 2008.
  2. ^ a b Appellation America (2007). "Anderson Valley (AVA): Appellation Description". Retrieved Jan. 21, 2008.
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