
EDUCATION
Fort Ross-Seaview
Summary:
One of the most rugged, hard to reach AVAs in Sonoma, this area received AVA status in 2012.
Location:
Western part of Sonoma County, close to the ocean
Climate:
Above the fog line, this region receives plenty of sunlight and cooling coastal breezes.
Soil:
Sedimentary, gravelly loam, sandstone, shale
Popular Varietals:
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Noteworthy:
The modern history of this region began in the 1960s when hippies moved to the area to live off the land & take a more natural approach to winemaking.