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var sonomacoast='<h2>Sonoma Coast</h2><h3>Top varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir</h3><p>The hottest new region in the county is also the coolest. Close to the ocean, with more than twice the annual rainfall of its inland neighbors, the coastal area is still warm enough to ripen wine grapes to their full flavor potential. The stars of this region are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and cool-climate Syrah. <a href="appellation_scoast.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var rockpile='<h2>Rockpile</h2><h3>Top varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel</h3><p>One of Sonoma County’s newest viticultural areas, Rockpile spreads west of Lake Sonoma to the Mendocino County border. Its infertile rocky soils and high elevation produce intensely flavored red grape varietals with great concentration and balance. <a href="appellation_rockpile.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var drycreekvalley='<h2>Dry Creek Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot</h3><p>Morning fog from the Pacific Ocean tempers the warm days. The stonestrewn soils are ideal for concentrating the fruit and flavor character of Zinfandel–the hallmark varietal of Dry Creek Valley–along with Cabernet Sauvignon. The resulting wines are leading examples of their types.  <a href="appellation_dcv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var alexandervalley='<h2>Alexander Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah</h3><p>One of the warmest spots in Sonoma County, Alexander Valley is known for producing superb Cabernet Sauvignon and flavorful Chardonnay on the valley floor and other rich reds in the surrounding hillside vineyards.  <a href="appellation_av.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var knightsvalley='<h2>Knights Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot</h3><p>Protected from direct Pacific Ocean influence, Knights Valley is the warmest of the county’s appellations. Bordeaux varietals – Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon – thrive here, producing complex and enjoyable Meritage blends.  <a href="appellation_kv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var chalkhill='<h2>Chalk Hill</h2><h3>Top varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Merlot</h3><p>On the north side of Windsor and extending along a short stretch of the Russian River is the Chalk Hill district. The area is named for the warm, blanched volcanic ash hillsides that provide excellent drainage and sunny exposures.  <a href="appellation_ch.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var russianrivervalley='<h2>Russian River Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc</h3><p>The confluence of well-drained infertile soils, cooling fog and warm summer afternoons provide ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The moderate temperatures ensure that fruit matures without loss of depth and suppleness, resulting in uniquely ripe and elegant wines.  <a href="appellation_rrv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var greenvalley='<h2>Green Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay</h3><p>Nestled in the Russian River Valley, Green Valley is slightly cooler and has sandier soils. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay thrive in Green Valley for both still and sparkling wines. The area creates distinctive Gewürztraminer as well as cool-climate Syrah.  <a href="appellation_gv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var sonomamountain='<h2>Sonoma Mountain</h2><h3>Top varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfande</h3><p>Rising above Sonoma Valley and the Santa Rosa Plain, well above the morning fog line, this region is known for powerful, yet elegant Cabernet Sauvignon. The wide variety of slope and exposure, allow several other varieties to thrive in its rocky mountain soil.  <a href="appellation_sm.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var loscarneros='<h2>Los Carneros/Sonoma</h2><h3>Top varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir</h3><p>22 One of the coolest regions in Sonoma Country, this region is prime Pinot Noir and Chardonnay country, producing crisp sparkling wines and racy table wines. Carneros also consistently produces outstanding cool-climate expressions of Merlot and Syrah.  <a href="appellation_lc.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var sonomavalley='<h2>Sonoma Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel</h3><p>Winegrowers take advantage of a climate warmed by slanting rays of sun and cooled airflows from the San Francisco Bay to the south and the Santa Rosa Plain to the northwest, producing a wide range of wines, each with distinctive varietal characteristics.  <a href="appellation_sv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'

var bennettvalley='<h2>Bennett Valley</h2><h3>Top varietals: Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir</h3><p>Merlot thrives in Bennett Valley due to the volcanic-laced soils and a moderately cool climate. The long growing season helps maximize flavors and increase concentration, while the cooler temperatures preserve the grape’s natural acidity.  <a href="appellation_bv.htm">Read more...</a></p>'
	
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