Sonoma Coast - Wine Region of the Day

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Sonoma Coast received its designation as an AVA in 1987. Situated across 500,000 acres that stretch from San Pablo Bay to the south and Mendocino to the north, Sonoma Coast is home to multiple sub-appellations Chalk Hill, Green Valley of Russian River Valley, Los Carneros, Northern Sonoma, Russian River Valley, Fort Ross-Seaview and Sonoma Valley. The appellation is known for its cool climate and high rainfall relative to other parts of Sonoma County. The area has a broad range of soil types and microclimates across its various sub-appellations.  As a result, a wide variety of grapes are grown in Sonoma Coast.  Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are predominant but you also find Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel among others.

Fort Ross - Seaview - Wine Region of the Day

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The Fort Ross - Seaview AVA is located on 27,500 acres in Sonoma, California. The region received its designation as an AVA in 2012, and as such is one of the newest AVAs in the state. The soils in the region are typically loamy, but range from rock and gravel to dense clay. The AVA permit limits vine growing to at least 920 feet above sea level. Given the elevation of the region and its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, there is an excellent blend of sunshine and cool ocean breezes which make this area ideal for growing cooler climate grapes such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay