Benmore Valley AVA

The Benmore Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area located in southwestern Lake County, California. The valley is named for Benjamin Moore, a local 19th century cattle rustler. The valley is a high depression in the mountains of southwestern Lake County, and is much cooler than surrounding areas. There are no wineries or planted vineyards in the AVA as of February 2018, and most of the grapes produced there were previously used by Geyser Peak Winery.

Benmore Valley AVA
Wine region
TypeAmerican Viticultural Area
Year established1991
CountryUnited States
Part ofCalifornia, Lake County, North Coast AVA
Other regions in California, Lake County, North Coast AVAClear Lake AVA, Guenoc Valley AVA, High Valley AVA, Red Hills Lake County AVA, Big Valley District-Lake County AVA, Kelsey Bench-Lake County AVA
Total area1,440 acres (583 ha)
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