Best known for world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the Sonoma County appellation contains 18 AVAs and is itself a testament to the diversity of terroir within the greater North Coast region. As the topography shifts from mountainous coastal regions to inland valleys, numerous microclimates are formed, ranging from foggy and cool to warm days with chilly nights. And due to the rich geological history of the region, the soil often changes from vineyard to vineyard.

The undiscovered feeling in the idyllic natural setting of the Alexander Valley is only part of its charm. Home of our estate, this is an incredible place to grow wine–and in particular, Cabernet Sauvignon. As the days begin to lengthen, the weather quickly warms up, yet we’re close enough to the Pacific to benefit from its cooling effects–ideal conditions for great Cab.

Known for its remarkable cool climate grape varietals, particularly Pinot Noir, the Russian River Valley is a land heavily influenced by the cooling effects of the Pacific’s fog and wind. And more than 60% of this AVA features the unique Goldridge soil series, heralded for its ability to grow incredible wine grapes in a cool climate.

The Sonoma Coast AVA extends from the San Pablo Bay in the southernmost end of Sonoma County, all the way up to its border with Mendocino. While covering a lot of ground north to south, it’s quite narrow, and vineyards in this region are all heavily influenced by this region’s coastal weather. Cool, wet, and windy, the grapes grown here have seen struggle and emerged victorious, and produce some of the world’s best Chardonnay.