EDUCATION
North Coast
Summary:
Encompassing Napa, Sonoma, Lake County and Mendocino, this region
Location:
Stretching from just South of Dos Rios AVA down to just North of San Francisco, West to the Coast and East through Napa Valley
Climate:
Diverse, but earmarked by cool Pacific Ocean breezes
Soil:
Geologically diverse
Popular Varietals:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Noteworthy:
One of a few major wine regions to be defined by geological boundaries rather than political boundaries