February 25

February 25, 1598: Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Part 1, featuring the sack-drinking Sir John Falstaff, was entered in the Stationers’ Register in London.

February 25, 2004: Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley was founded. This appellation is located at the intersection of the northern warmer and southern cooler appellations, elevated 500 feet above sea level. As a result, it takes a sweet spot among Napa Valley AVAs. Merlot and Chardonnay are key grapes in this appellation. Sparkling varietals that do not do well in other AVAs do well in this appellation. The appellation has 4150 acres of planted vineyards. Its wine has a distinguished and delicate taste due to its unique climate and terroir.

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