Elevation
1500-3000 ft
Soil
Rocky, coarse
Climate
Moderate
Rainfall
Low
Cabernet Sauvignon
Steep, Rocky Hillside
With less access to water and nutrients from the soil, vines are stressed and only produce a fraction of what most vineyards yield in a growing season. The result is berries that are loaded with rich, ripe, intensely concentrated flavors and complexity.
Elevation
0-200 ft
Soil
Sandy loam, volcanic rock
Climate
Cool
Rainfall
Moderate
Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Due to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, vineyards balance the influences of fog and sunlight.
Elevation
100-200 ft
Soil
Clay loam, sandy
Climate
Cool
Rainfall
Heavy
Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast
Vines persevere against stealthy fog and little sunlight. Ocean winds bring in sea breezes that keep temperatures low, creating fruit with crisp acidity.
Elevation
400-650 ft
Soil
Sandy, clay loam
Climate
Cool
Rainfall
Low
Sauvignon blanc
Marlborough, New Zealand
Found on the northern edge of the southern island, vineyards in the Wairau Valley battle intense sun exposure and gusty winds.