Calistoga
Location: California, United States
Legal name: Calistoga
Region: Napa Valley
Nested under: Napa Valley
Calistoga anchors the warm northern end of Napa Valley and produces some of the valley's most generous red wines. Cabernet Sauvignon is important, but Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and other reds also fit the AVA's ripe, spicy profile. The best mental model is warm Napa concentration balanced by cool nights and volcanic or alluvial site character.
Notable Rules
Nested within Napa Valley AVA. The Calistoga AVA protects geographic origin and is separate from any winery or town-brand usage.
Also Known As
Calistoga AVA
Sources & References
- eCFR 27 CFR Part 9 American Viticultural Areas — Public domain federal regulation (eCFR).
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