North Coast Napa Valley: World-renowned for Cabernet Sauvignon and premium Chardonnay. Sonoma County: Diverse, with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel. Los Carneros: Cooler climate; specializes in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay....
White Wines Chardonnay: Rich, buttery, or crisp and mineral-like; often aged in oak. Sauvignon Blanc: Zesty, aromatic, with citrus and green apple flavors; usually unoaked. Pinot Gris: Light-bodied, with pear...