Yountville, California

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Town in Napa County, California, United States

Yountville, California

General Information
Name	Yountville, California
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	Town
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Language 1
Type 1
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Location
Coordinates	38°24 1°N
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Population
Total	3,436
Density	per km²
Area
Total	3.96 km²
Land	3.96 km²
Water	0.00 km²
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Time Zone
Standard	UTC-8
DST	UTC-7

Yountville is a town in Napa County, California, United States. Located in the Napa Valley, it is known for its wineries and gourmet restaurants. The town was named after George C. Yount, an early pioneer in the area.

History

Yountville was originally established as part of a land grant given to George C. Yount in 1836. Yount was the first person to plant grapevines in the Napa Valley, which laid the foundation for the region's wine industry. The town was officially incorporated on February 4, 1965.

Geography

Yountville is situated in the heart of the Napa Valley, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. The town covers an area of 1.53 square miles (3.96 km²), all of which is land. The climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of the Mediterranean climate found in the region.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Yountville had a population of 3,436. The town is known for its affluent residents and high quality of life. The population density is approximately 2,245 people per square mile.

Economy

The economy of Yountville is primarily driven by tourism, particularly wine tourism. The town is home to several world-renowned wineries and restaurants, including The French Laundry, a Michelin-starred restaurant. Other notable establishments include Bouchon Bakery and Domaine Chandon.

Attractions

Yountville offers a variety of attractions for visitors, including:

• Napa Valley Museum
• Veterans Home of California
• Lincoln Theater (Yountville)
• Numerous wineries and tasting rooms

Education

Yountville is served by the Napa Valley Unified School District. The town has one elementary school, Yountville Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade.

Transportation

Yountville is accessible via California State Route 29, which runs through the town. Public transportation is provided by the Napa Valley Transportation Authority, offering bus services to nearby cities and towns.

Notable People

• Thomas Keller, chef and owner of The French Laundry
• George C. Yount, founder of Yountville

Related Pages

• Napa Valley
• Napa County, California
• The French Laundry
• George C. Yount
• California wine

External Links

• Official website