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Sonoma Coast AVA: 904 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Sonoma Coast AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.116. It covers Sonoma counties and contains 904 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger North Coast AVA and contains 9 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Sonoma Coast AVA: 904 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

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Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Sonoma Coast AVA Is

Sonoma

Grapes Grown in Sonoma Coast

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Cabernet Sauvignon

Zinfandel

Sauvignon Blanc

Syrah

Merlot

Grenache

AVAs Inside Sonoma Coast

Bennett Valley

Chalk Hill

Green Valley of Russian River Valley

Los Carneros

Northern Sonoma

Petaluma Gap

Russian River Valley

Sonoma Valley

West Sonoma Coast

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.116.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Sonoma Coast AVA?

904 licensed producers are located in the Sonoma Coast AVA.

Where is the Sonoma Coast AVA?

It lies in California, covering Sonoma counties.

What does the Sonoma Coast AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Sonoma Coast must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.116.

Is Sonoma Coast part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Sonoma Coast sits within the North Coast AVA.

Parent

North Coast AVA

Children

Bennett Valley AVA · Chalk Hill AVA · Green Valley of Russian River Valley AVA · Los Carneros AVA · Northern Sonoma AVA · Petaluma Gap AVA · Russian River Valley AVA · Sonoma Valley AVA · West Sonoma Coast AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

Pinot Noir Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Zinfandel Wineries · Sauvignon Blanc Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Merlot Wineries · Grenache Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.