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 Belle Glos Oeil de Perdrix 2020
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Belle Glos - Oeil de Perdrix
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Joseph Phelps Freestone Vineyards 2018
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Joseph Phelps - Freestone Vineyards
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Occidental Freestone Occidental 2018
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Occidental - Freestone Occidental
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kutch McDougall Ranch 2021
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2021
Kutch - McDougall Ranch
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Ammunition 2020
Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Ammunition
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Banshee 2022
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2022
Banshee
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast La Crema 2015
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2015
La Crema
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Jeff Cohn Cellars Silver Eagle Vineyard 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
Jeff Cohn Cellars - Silver Eagle Vineyard
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Jeff Cohn Cellars Sweetwater Springs Vineyard 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
Jeff Cohn Cellars - Sweetwater Springs Vineyard
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Joseph Phelps Freestone Vineyards 2019
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2019
Joseph Phelps - Freestone Vineyards
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kutch McDougall Ranch 2022
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2022
Kutch - McDougall Ranch
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kistler Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2023
Youth

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023
Kistler - Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel 2020
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020
Seghesio Family Vineyards - Zinfandel
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
Hirsch Vineyards - San Andreas Fault
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kutch Falstaff Vineyard 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
Kutch - Falstaff Vineyard
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Raen Royal St Robert 2017
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017
Raen - Royal St Robert
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kutch McDougall Ranch 2019
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2019
Kutch - McDougall Ranch
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Paul Hobbs Goldrock Estate 2016
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2016
Paul Hobbs - Goldrock Estate
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Crossbarn 2019
Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2019
Crossbarn
Bottle (75cl)
Drapeau US California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel 2018
Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018
Seghesio - Sonoma Zinfandel
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