Northern Sonoma

Summary:

Encompassing Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley, Chalk Hill, Knights Valley and most of Green Valley, this region earned its AVA status in 1990

Location:

Beginning South of Sebastopol and reaching North to Yorkville area. From the West, this region begins around Guenerville and extends East almost to Middletown

Climate:

Varied

Soil:

Geologically diverse

Popular Varietals:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc

Noteworthy:

This is the second largest AVA in Sonoma County after Sonoma Coast