This foggy region produces some distinction and flavorful fruit. Those that have become part of the fan club consider some wines here to be on the top of the list for Pinot Noir. This AVA is a important area for Sonoma County in the way that has a very different and but distinctive group of factors that form it’s terroir. The climate, soil and terrain ramp up the flavor profile and some very memorable vintages. The vineyards are beautiful; the ranches are beautiful with vines of old age and rambunctious youth. Houses like Dutton and Deloach are expansive and sought after by winemakers.