Appellation Sonoma Coast - AVA

The Sonoma Coast AVA, nestled within the spectacular coastal landscapes of California, is a renowned wine region recognized for its production of exceptional wines. Stretching along the Pacific, this appellation benefits from a unique maritime climate characterized by morning fog and sunny afternoons. These climatic conditions extend the growing season, allowing for a slow maturation of the 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. Noteworthy expressions of Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc are also found here. Wines from this region are distinguished by their freshness, bright acidity, and mineral notes, often compared to those from Burgundy.

For wine enthusiasts looking to enrich their collection, managing their wine cellar with precision is essential. Utilizing a wine cellar management software can greatly facilitate the tracking and organization of these valuable bottles. Sonoma Coast thus stands out as a gem among California's AVAs, ideal for collectors and aficionados of fine wines.

Wines from the Sonoma Coast - AVA appellation

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2018

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018

Sonoma Coast Vineyards

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Le Duc Noir 2016

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2016

Le Duc Noir

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Flowers 2023

Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023

Flowers

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Head High 2020

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020

Head High

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Ridge Three Valleys 2018

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018

Ridge - Three Valleys

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Hartford Court Far Coast Vineyard 2018

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018

Hartford Court - Far Coast Vineyard

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Family Vineyards Old Vine 2021

Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2021

Seghesio Family Vineyards - Old Vine

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kistler Les Noisetiers 2023

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023

Kistler - Les Noisetiers

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Fulcrum Pinot Noir 2023

Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023

Fulcrum - Pinot Noir

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Flowers Pinot Noir 2023

Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2023

Flowers - Pinot Noir

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Occidental Elizabeth 2018

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018

Occidental - Cuvée Elizabeth

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Occidental Catherine 2018

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2018

Occidental - Cuvée Catherine

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kirkland Chardonnay 2024

Maturity

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2024

Kirkland - Chardonnay

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast En Garde 2017

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2017

En Garde

Bottle (750ml)

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 (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Pillar & Post Chardonnay 2020

Peak

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020

Pillar & Post - Chardonnay

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Seghesio Old Vine 2004

Decline

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2004

Seghesio - Old Vine

Bottle (750ml)

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2020

Schug

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast Kistler Les Noisetiers 2021

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2021

Kistler - Les Noisetiers

Bottle (750ml)

California AVAs Sonoma Coast The Sheriff of Buena Vista 2022

Undetermined

California AVAs - Sonoma Coast - 2022

The Sheriff of Buena Vista

Bottle (750ml)

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 simply 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 Not Specified