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Sonoma Valley.
2 grapes we teach are grown in Sonoma Valley.
Merlot
Climate
Warmer inland valley. More moderate than Napa. Varied soils.
Style
Full MLF. Moderate oak. Softer and more accessible than Napa at same price point.
Tell
Dark plum and cherry, gentle mocha oak, soft velvety tannin, accessible and ripe
Zinfandel
Climate
Warmer than Sonoma Coast. Varied soils from volcanic to clay. More moderate than Paso.
Style
Moderate oak. MLF standard. Ripe but not as extracted as Paso. More balanced.
Tell
Blackberry and dark cherry, dried fig and green peppercorn, anise and vanilla, high alcohol