EDUCATION
Alexander Valley
Summary:
Established as an AVA in 1984, Alexander Valley has long been an attraction in California and today produces some of California’s most lauded Cabernet Sauvignon.
Location:
Northern Sonoma Valley AVA, situated around the town of Geyserville and outlining the Russian River
Climate:
The region's hot, arid summers and cool, damp winters create an ideal grape-growing climate.
Soil:
Gravel, alluvial
Popular Varietals:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot
Noteworthy:
Named for Cyrus Alexander, the first person to plant grapes in the valley in the 1840s
Featured Wineries in Alexander Valley AVA:
