[blue_large]Stags Leap AVA[/blue_large]
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Year established | 1992 |
Climate | Moderately warm, with afternoon marine winds acting as an ‘air-conditioner’ to cool the warmer air radiating off the bare rocks of Stags Leap itself and the surrounding hillsides. This AVA is often up to 10°F warmer than in Yountville AVA. Mid-summer temperatures can reach 100°F (37.7°C), but more regularly are in mid-90° range (32-34°C). |
Elevation | 66 to 400 ft. (20 to 123m). |
Rainfall | 30 inches (75cm) annually. |
Soils | Volcanic gravel-loams on the floor of the valley, with rocky hillsides, and low to moderate fertility due to hard clay bedrock subsoils 2 to 6 feet down. |
Total Area | 11,000 acres (45 km2) |
Size of planted vineyards | 1,500 acres (6 km2) |
Varietals/characteristics | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese: Distinguished by lush, velvety textures and fine perfumed cherry and red berry flavors, supported by soft tannins. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc: Round and ripe, especially Sauvignon Blanc, yet retain excellent citrus and apple flavors. |