The Redwood Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in Mendocino County, California. The earliest vineyards were planted in the valley by Italian immigrants in the 19th century. The valley sits at an elevation that is 200 feet (61 m) higher than the surrounding area. It is cooler in climate and requires a later harvest for grapes to achieve ripeness.[2]
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 Old vine carignan in the Redwood Valley AVA in 2023. | |
| Type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 1996[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Part of | California, Mendocino AVA, Mendocino County, North Coast AVA |
| Grapes produced | Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Charbono, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Pinot noir, Sangiovese, Sauvignon blanc, Syrah, Valdiguie, Viognier, Zinfandel[2] |
See also
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edit- ^ "§ 9.153 Redwood Valley" (Title 27: Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Part 9 — American Viticultural Areas; Subpart C — Approved American Viticultural Areas). Code of Federal Regulations. Archived from the original on June 11, 2017. Retrieved January 21, 2008.
- ^ a b "Redwood Valley (AVA): Appellation Profile". Appellation America. 2007. Archived from the original on May 16, 2008. Retrieved January 21, 2008.
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