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The St. Helena AVA (or Saint Helena AVA) is an American Viticultural Area located within Napa Valley centered around the town of St. Helena California. The appellation covers 9000 acres (3642 ha) along the flat narrow land towards the northern end of the valley between the Vaca and Mayacamas Mountains. Charles Krug one of pioneers of Napa Valley winemaking opened his winery here in 1861. The AVA hosts more than 80 wineries.

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area total (km2)
3.64217e+07
is part of wine region
Napa Valley AVA
location
United States
similar
Atlas Peak AVA, Los Carneros AVA, Mount Veeder AVA, Oakville AVA, Rutherford AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, Yountville AVA, Coombsville AVA, Calistoga AVA, Chiles Valley AVA, Diamond Mountain District AVA, Howell Mountain AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, Spring Mountain District AVA, Wild Horse Valley AVA
type
American Viticultural Area
varietals
Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

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