USA — wine

Anderson Valley AVA

Anderson Valley in Mendocino County is one of California's most distinctive cool-climate appellations, producing world-class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and sparkling wine. The valley's proximity to the Pacific coast creates a foggy, mild climate with extreme diurnal temperature variation that preserves exceptional natural acidity.

Year Rating Notes
2024 Pacific fog corridor excellent; Pinot Noir of rare delicacy and mineral depth.
2023 excellent
2022 very_good
2021 exceptional
2020 very_good
2019 excellent
2018 Classic Mendocino year; Roederer Brut showing fine complex character.