San Pasqual Valley AVA
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| San Pasqual Valley AVA (Wine Region) | |
| Appellation type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 1981[1] |
| Country | USA |
| Part of | California, South Coast AVA |
| Total area | 9,000 acres (3,642 ha)[2] |
| Grapes produced | Merlot, Sangiovese, Syrah, Viognier[3] |
The San Pasqual Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in San Diego County, California. San Pasqual Valley was the fourth wine region to be designated an American Viticultural Area when the AVA was created in 1981. The climate in this appellation is tempered by cool breezes from the Pacific Ocean with the average daily temperature rarely exceedingly 95 °F (35 °C). With cooler evenings and granite-based soils that drain well, grapes from this area are able retain their colors and balanced acidity. The area is planted with a wide range of Vitis Vinifera with Grenache, Merlot Sangiovese, Syrah, Tempranillo and Viognier being some of the most widely planted.[3]
[edit] References
- ^ Code of Federal Regulations. "§ 9.25 San Pasqual Valley." Title 27: Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Part 9 — American Viticultural Areas; Subpart C — Approved American Viticultural Areas. Retrieved Jan. 23, 2008.
- ^ Wine Institute (2008). "American Viticultural Areas by State". Retrieved Jan. 23, 2008.
- ^ a b Appellation America (2007). "San Pasqual Valley (AVA): Appellation Description". Retrieved Jan. 23, 2008.
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