San Bernabe AVA
The San Bernabe AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in southern Monterey County, California. It is part of the larger Monterey AVA. San Bernabe is located in the Salinas Valley, between the Salinas River on the east, and the Santa Lucia Mountains on the west. To the north of the appellation is Pine Canyon and to the south is the San Lucas AVA.
| Wine region | |
| Type | American Viticultural Area |
|---|---|
| Year established | 2004 |
| Country | United States |
| Part of | California, Central Coast AVA, Monterey AVA |
| Soil conditions | Alluvial sandy loam, to sand to limestone |
| Total area | 24,796 acres (10,035 ha) |
| Size of planted vineyards | 8,500 acres (3,440 ha) |
| Grapes produced | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot |
The San Bernabe AVA was created in 2004 as a result of a petition by Delicato Family Vineyards, whose 8,500 acres (3,440 ha) make it the largest in the region.
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