Which AVA overlaps Napa and Sonoma?

Which AVA overlaps Napa and Sonoma?

• A. North Coast AVA
• B. Alexander Valley
• C. Napa Valley AVA
• D. Carneros

Answer: (D)

The idea being tested is that an AVA can span more than one political boundary. Carneros sits at the southern tip of both Napa and Sonoma counties, so the AVA actually lies in parts of both valleys. This cross-county location is what makes it overlap Napa and Sonoma, unlike the other options which are contained within a single county or cover a broader region. Carneros is known for its cool, fog-influenced climate, which supports varieties like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, further underscoring its distinct, shared character across both Napa and Sonoma.

The idea being tested is that an AVA can span more than one political boundary. Carneros sits at the southern tip of both Napa and Sonoma counties, so the AVA actually lies in parts of both valleys. This cross-county location is what makes it overlap Napa and Sonoma, unlike the other options which are contained within a single county or cover a broader region. Carneros is known for its cool, fog-influenced climate, which supports varieties like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, further underscoring its distinct, shared character across both Napa and Sonoma.