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| Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA (Wine Region) |
| Appellation type |
American Viticultural Area |
| Year established |
2004[1] |
| Country |
USA |
| Part of |
California, Napa County, Napa Valley AVA |
| Total area |
8,300 acres (34 km²)[2] |
| Size of planted vineyards |
3,500 acres (14 km²)[2] |
| Varietals produced |
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel |
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The Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area located within Napa Valley AVA at the southern end of valley floor. The appellation's close proximity to San Pablo Bay results in a climate that is cooler and more moderate than any region in Napa Valley other than the Los Carneros AVA. A wide variety of wine grapes do well in this climate, including varietals not widely grown in other parts of Napa Valley, such as Riesling and Pinot Noir. Oak Knoll District has begun to develop a reputation for a restrained, delicate style of Chardonnay. The appellation was officially designated a sub-appellation of the Napa Valley AVA on February 25, 2004.[2]
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