California - Sonoma County Flashcards
How much of California’s acerage under vine is in Sonoma County?
1/8
When did Sonoma’s commercial wine industry begin?
The 1850s
How many miles of coastline does Sonoma have?
60
What is something that charactarizes Sonoma County, making it the ideal place for grapegrowing?
The climate swings from warm days to cool nights which allows the grapes the potential to mature evenly and fully
What does Sonoma experience a daily ebb and flow between?
Fog & sunshine
T/F?
Sonoma County AVAs cover a much Smaller area than the Napa County AVAs?
False! The Sonoma County AVAs cover a much, much larger area than Napa
Sonoma has a large variation of soils and climates, what does this cause?
A less prominent identity which many believe to be it’s charm!
Where are the coolest parts of the county located?
Where sea breezes penetrate
Where are the warmest parts of the county located?
The northeast corner, furthest away from the moderating influences.
How many different grape varieties are grown in Sonoma?
60
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How much of Sonoma’s wines are red?
~2/3
What are the leading red grape varieties in Sonoma?
Pinot Noir and Cabenet Sauvignon. Merlot and Zinfandel are also important
What is the single most widely planted grape variety in Sonoma?
Chardonnay - accounts for 80% of Sonoma’s white wines
What are the sub-appellations within Sonoma Coast AVA?
- Fort Ross Seaview AVA
- West Sonoma Coast AVA
- Peteluma Gap AVA (partially)
What are the sub-appellations within the Russian River Valley AVA?
- Green Valley AVA
- Chalk Hill AVA
