Appellation Sonoma Coast - AVA

The Sonoma Coast AVA, nestled in the spectacular coastal landscapes of California, is a wine region renowned for producing exceptional wines. Stretching along the Pacific, this appellation benefits from a unique maritime climate characterised by morning fogs and sunny afternoons. These weather conditions extend the growing season, allowing for the slow ripening of grapes and promoting high-quality wines.

The predominant grape varieties in the Sonoma Coast AVA include Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which thrive in this cool terroir and offer complex and elegant aromatic profiles. There are also remarkable expressions of Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc to be found. The wines from this region are distinguished by their freshness, vibrant acidity, and mineral notes, often compared to the wines of Burgundy.

For wine enthusiasts looking to enrich their collection, managing their wine cellar with precision is essential. Using a wine cellar management software can greatly facilitate the tracking and organisation of these precious bottles. The Sonoma Coast thus stands out as a gem among Californian AVAs, ideal for collectors and fine wine aficionados.

Wines of the Sonoma Coast - AVA appellation

Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Flowers 2023
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023
Flowers
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Head High 2020
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Head High
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Ridge Three Valleys 2018
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Ridge - Three Valleys
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Hartford Court Far Coast Vineyard 2018
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Hartford Court - Far Coast Vineyard
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Family Vineyards Old Vine 2021
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2021
Seghesio Family Vineyards - Old Vine
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kistler Les Noisetiers 2023
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023
Kistler - Les Noisetiers
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Fulcrum Pinot Noir 2023
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023
Fulcrum - Pinot Noir
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Flowers Pinot Noir 2023
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023
Flowers - Pinot Noir
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Occidental Elizabeth 2018
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Occidental - Cuvée Elizabeth
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Occidental Catherine 2018
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Occidental - Cuvée Catherine
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kirkland Chardonnay 2024
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2024
Kirkland - Chardonnay
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast En Garde 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
En Garde
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Rodney Strong Sonoma Vineyards Red Wine Blend 2015
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2015
Rodney Strong - Sonoma Vineyards Red Wine Blend
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Pillar & Post Chardonnay 2020
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Pillar & Post - Chardonnay
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Old Vine 2004
Decline

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2004
Seghesio - Old Vine
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Schug 2020
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Schug
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kistler Les Noisetiers 2021
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2021
Kistler - Les Noisetiers
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast The Sheriff of Buena Vista 2022
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2022
The Sheriff of Buena Vista
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast La Crema Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2012
Decline

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2012
La Crema - Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast DuMOL Eddie's Patch Syrah 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
DuMOL - Eddie's Patch Syrah
Bottle (75cl)

Other appellations from the region California AVAs

Alexander Valley Alta Mesa Anderson Valley Arroyo Grande Valley Arroyo Seco Atlas Peak Ben Lomond Mountain Benmore Valley Bennett Valley Borden Ranch California Shenandoah Valley Capay Valley Carmel Valley Central Coast Chalk Hill Chalone Chiles Valley Cienega Valley Clarksburg Clear Lake Clements Hills Cole Ranch Cosumnes River Covelo Cucamonga Valley Diablo Grande Diamond Mountain District Dos Rios Dry Creek Valley Dunnigan Hills Edna Valley El Dorado Fair Play Fiddletown Guenoc Valley Green Valley of Russian River Valley Hames Valley High Valley Howell Mountain Jahant Knights Valley Lime Kiln Valley Livermore Valley Lodi Los Carneros, sometimes just Carneros Madeira Malibu-Newton Canyon McDowell Valley Mendocino Mendocino Ridge Merritt Island Mokelumne River Monterey Mt. Harlan Mt. Veeder Napa Valley North Coast North Yuba Northern Sonoma Oak Knoll District Oakville Pacheco Pass Paicines Paso Robles Potter Valley Ramona Valley Red Hills Lake County Redwood Valley River Junction Rockpile Russian River Valley Rutherford Saddle Rock - Malibu Salado Creek San Antonio Valley San Benito San Bernabe San Francisco Bay San Lucas San Pasqual Valley San Ysidro District Santa Clara Valley Santa Cruz Mountains Santa Lucia Highlands Santa Maria Valley Santa Ynez Valley Seiad Valley Sierra Foothills Sloughhouse Solano County Green Valley Sonoma Mountain Sonoma Valley South Coast Spring Mountain District Sta. Rita Hills (formerly Santa Rita Hills) Stags Leap District St. Helena Suisun Valley Temecula Valley Tracy Hills Trinity Lakes Wild Horse Valley Willow Creek York Mountain Yorkville Highlands Yountville Unspecified