California Flashcards
Where is the Wild Horse Valley and what wines are produced there?
The Wild Horse Valley is located in Napa, California. It is close to the San Pablo Bay and one of the coolest areas in Napa. It produces mainly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Where is Coombsville and what style of wines are produced there?
Coombsville is in Napa, California. It is a cooler area of Napa, due to its proximity to San Pablo Bay. Some areas are favorable for Botrytis.
Who was Jean Louis Vignes?
Jean Louis Vignes was a native of Bordeaux who brought Bordeaux varieties to southern California in the 1830s.
Who was Junipero Serra?
Junipero Serra was a Spanish Franciscan monk who founded Catholic missions in California. He started growing the first grapes in California for use as sacramental wine.
Where is Ballard Canyon and what types of wines are produced there?
Ballard Canyon is in Santa Barbara County, and produces spicy red wines from Syrah and Grenache.
What types of wines are grown in the Arroyo Grande Valley, and where is it located?
The Arroyo Grande Valley AVA is in San Louis Obispo County, close to the coast and south of Edna Valley. It is a cooler region and produces mainly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Where is the Lake County AVA, and what are the dominant grape varieties of the region?
Lake County AVA is in California, north of Napa, between the Vaca and Mayacamus Mountains. It has volcanic soils and is cooled by elevation. The main grapes grown include Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Zinfandel, and Chardonnay.
Who was the founder of the first Napa winery, in 1861?
Charles Krug is recognized as the founder of the first Napa Valley winery.
Who is recognized for bringing European vines to Sonoma in 1861?
Agoston Harasztly, a Hungarian immigrant, brought many European vines to Sonoma in 1861.
Where is the Chiles Valley?
The Chiles Valley is in Napa, east of the valley floor, east/southeast of Howell Mountain, and extending into the Vaca Mountains.
Where is Oak Knoll and what wines are produced there?
Oak Knoll is in Napa, south of Yountville. It has a cool climate often affected by morning fog. Chardonnay is the main grape, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Riesling are also grown.
Where is Spring Mountain?
Spring Mountain District AVA is in the northern part of Napa, just south of Diamond Mountain District, bordering Sonoma. The climate is cool to moderate with elevations from 600-2600 ft.
Where is Diamond Mountain?
Diamond Mountain District AVA is just south of Calistoga in Napa. It is moderately warm, with elevations ranging from 400-2200 ft.
Where is Atlas Peak and what are the main grapes planted in the region?
Atlas Peak is in Napa, on the eastern side of the county in the Vaca Mountains. The vineyards are at 7060-2600 ft. elevation, so summer temperature rarely reach over 90. Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are the top grape varieties of the region.
Where is the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA?
The Fort Ross-Seaview AVA is a sub-region of the West Sonoma Coast AVA and the Sonoma Coast AVA. It is a steep, mountainous region with elevations ranging from 800-1800 ft.
Where is Chalk Hill, and what wines are made there?
Chalk Hill AVA is located in the Russian River Valley. It is a slightly warmer are, and produces robust Chardonnays and Sauvignon Blanc
Describe Bennett Valley.
Bennett Valley AVA is located in Sonoma County. It is tiny and surrounded by hills, just southeast of Santa Rosa.
Describe Moon Mountain.
Moon Mountain District Sonoma County AVA is located on the western slopes of the Mayacamas mountains. It is unique due to its red, rocky, iron rich volcanic soils.
Where is Rockpile and what wines are produced there?
Rockpile AVA is in Sonoma County, California. It is a sunny, mountainous region with elevations up to 1900 ft. It is best known for Zinfandel.
Where is Knights Valley and what are the main grapes of the region?
Knights Valley is in northeastern Sonoma, bordering both Napa and Lake Counties. It is a warmer region, with Cabernet Sauvignon as the main grape.
Where is the Pine Mountain/Cloverdale Peak region located?
Pine Mountain/Cloverdale Peak AVA is shared between Sonoma and Mendocino counties. It is located on the slopes of Pine Mountain at high elevations of between 1600 and 3000 feet.
Describe Fountaingrove.
The Fountaingrove District AVA is located in Sonoma just north of the Sonoma Valley AVA next to Napa. It is in the foothills of the Mayacamas, with some elevations as high as 2000 ft.
