Wine Region
Sonoma
Sonoma County spans cool Russian River Pinot Noir, Alexander Valley Cabernet, and Dry Creek Zinfandel — diverse microclimates in one county.
Also known as: Sonoma (USA), Sonoma County
Geographic context
- Climate: Maritime to warm inland
- Soils: volcanic, alluvial, clay, sand
- Elevation: 0–700m
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FAQ
- Sonoma vs Napa?
- Sonoma is more diverse and often cooler; Napa is more Cabernet-focused and warmer overall.