Zinfandel, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zinfandel
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 Zinfandel
Location in California
Zinfandel
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Napa |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
94574
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| Area code | 707 |
| FIPS code | 06-87157 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1660226 |
Zinfandel is a small place in Napa County, California. It is not an official city or town, but people live there. This area is part of the San Francisco Bay Area and is famous for its "Wine Country."
Zinfandel is located just south of the city of St. Helena. You can find it where the St. Helena Highway (State Route 29) meets Zinfandel Lane. Most of the area is made up of farms and homes. The name "Zinfandel" comes from a type of grape and a kind of wine made from it. The ZIP Code for Zinfandel is 94574, and its phone area code is 707.
History of Zinfandel
Before it was called Zinfandel, this community had two other names. First, it was known as Pine Station. Later, people started calling it Bell Station. Finally, it received its current name, Zinfandel. This name connects the community to the famous grapes grown in the region.
Economy and Businesses
Zinfandel is home to some businesses, especially those related to the wine industry. One important company based here is the Boisset Collection. This company is involved in making and selling wine. Its presence shows how important wine is to the local economy.
