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Land of the North Coast

Because of the Pacific’s cooling fog and winds, this is a region where fruit is allowed to ripen more slowly on the vine, producing balanced, structured, and food-friendly wines.

Cold ocean waters, sea winds & the world’s oldest trees shape the landscape for the vineyards of the North Coast.

Sonoma County

Alexander Valley

Russian River Valley

Sonoma Coast

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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.

Climate

Sunny and warm during the day, with cool, often foggy, nights

Soil

Extremely varied: 11 formation types and 31 different soil series

Topography

Mountain ranges and rolling hillsides to valleys and benchland

Elevation

Sea level to 2,600 ft.

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.

Climate

Hot & arid summers, cool & wet winters; average daytime temperature of 72°F and annual precipitation of 32 in.

Soil

Ancient geological events have led to diverse soils that, overall, tend to be rocky & well-draining

Topography

Southwest-facing slopes from the valley floor benchlands up into the Mayacama mountain range

Elevation

134 ft. to 2,572 ft.

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.

Climate

Cool but not cold and known for its large diurnal shift, with daytime temperatures typically 35-40°F higher than evening temperatures

Soil

Fractured sandstone & sandy loam, also known as Goldridge soil, is ideal for cool climate varietals

Topography

River valley, benchlands, and gently rolling hills

Elevation

41 ft. to 1,000 ft.

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.

Climate

Cool & coastal for vineyards at lower elevations, dry and windy for vineyards that are planted above the fog line; known for its heavy rainfall

Soil

Varied soil types, but generally low vigor and high draining

Topography

Wild & wind-swept mountains in the north & gently rolling slopes in the south

Elevation

Sea level to 1,885 ft.

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2018 Outerbound Pinot Noir Russian River Valley

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