Anderson Valley in located in northern California’s coastal region of Mendocino County. This small winegrowing area centers around the Anderson Creek and the Navarro River, were viticulture arrived with European immigrants following the 1849 Gold Rush. The region has a remarkably cool climate with an average annual temperature of about 52°F, making it one of the coldest wine regions in California. The cool breezes coming from the Pacific Ocean, persistent morning fog, cold winters and rainy autumns historically made it difficult to ripen many red varieties popular elsewhere in California. As a result, early commercial wineries focused on cool-climate grapes such as Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Pinot Noir. Today, Pinot Noir is the most widely planted grape, producing wines known for intense aromas of strawberry, blueberry, and violets, balanced by silky tannins and fresh acidity. Anderson Valley has also earned a strong reputation for high-quality sparkling wines made with traditional Champagne grapes and method, taking full advantage of the valley’s cool conditions to craft elegant, vibrant sparkling wines with finesse and longevity.
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Author: Maytte Rivera
