Take the road less traveled
The Spirit and Style of the Sonoma Coast
Known for its cool climate and high rainfall, the Sonoma Coast AVA is an expansive appellation extending from San Pablo Bay to the border of Mendocino. Pinot noir and chardonnay are the stars here, benefitting from the region’s cool temperatures and direct exposure to marine influences. The vineyards for our Sonoma Coast wines are all hillside vineyards with ample slope, many of them ranging from 900-1800 ft above sea level. Each vineyard has a unique Goldridge soil sequence, known for excellent drainage, and a characteristically light and fluffy texture.
Our top-rated Sonoma Coast wines all have a distinctive style, but each varies based upon the coastal vineyard site. Each wine is a unique barrel selection blend showcasing a moment in time that captures the California lifestyle and all the legendary qualities the Sonoma Coast exudes.
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Pinot Noir
Super Chill
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Sauvignon Blanc
Walking On Venice Beach
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Pinot Noir
Golden Hour
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Pinot Noir
Stargazing
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Chardonnay
The Sun Also Rises
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Pinot Noir
Twilight
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Sonoma Coast AVA
The Annapolis Region lies in the remote northwest corner of the Sonoma Coast AVA near Sea Ranch. This is the coolest region of the AVA due not only to the close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, but also the 500 to 800-foot elevation of the vineyards that puts them squarely in the foggy and windy inversion layer that sweeps up the Wheatfield Fork of the Gualala River.
The Vineyards
Slope and sequence
Unique sites, goldridge soils
Jayson focused on working with some of the most unique micro vineyards dappled across the Western Sonoma Coast. Each site was chosen because it presented a unique set of soils and microclimates that Jayson felt would add dimension to the wines.
The particular focus is on working with Goldridge soils. Goldridge soils are a rare, finegrained sandy loam, known for excellent drainage, and a characteristically light and fluffy texture. Some of his favorite sites have Goldridge over top of ancient seabed’s and maritime fossils.
The vineyards for Summer Dreams are all hillside vineyards with ample slope, many of them ranging from 900-1800 ft above sea level. The climate of these sites are marked by warm, dry summers and cool, moist winters. The clay content of the lower stratas helps retain moisture during the warm, dry summer months.
In addition to the focus on Goldridge soils and working with sites on slopes, a majority of the vineyard blocks we selected are from the oldest blocks ranging from 30-40 years of age.
Jayson prefers the old blocks and although the yields are minuscule, the complexity and range of flavor is vaster, leading to a more complex and rich wine.
Seasonal Sonoma
Summer is a state of mind