Benmore Valley (AVA)
 

Appellation Description

Benmore Valley
The Benmore Valley AVA was named for Benjamin Moore, a local legend who stole cattle from prosperous Mendocino ranchers during the 1800s and drove them to the Mexican border. It is located in the southwest corner of Lake County and was established as an AVA in November, 1991. Geographically, the Benmore Valley can be described as a mountaintop valley, ...  [>] Read More

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Q: What are the most recognized grapes grown here?
Note: There are no wineries currently labeling wines with this appellation designation.
Q: What wines are produced here?

The AppellationAmerica database identifies 0 wines labeled with the Benmore Valley designation.

Q: What wineries are based here ?
There are no wineries in this appellation
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