Discover the top 100 best wines of Marin County of North Coast as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Marin County and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Californian AVA north of the Golden Gate (~80 ha, Pacific to the west, San Francisco and San Pablo bays to the south-east, one of California's coolest, persistent fogs): Pinot Noir is the signature red — vibrant natural acidity, moderate alcohol, wild berries and vivid cherry, concentrated complexity preserved by slow ripening. Precise Chardonnay as complement, mild winters and a long season highlighting finesse in the cool marine climate.
Opulent, heady whites, rich and silky, with intense aromas of apricot, yellow peach, mango, violet, honeysuckle and musky, honeyed notes. Discreet acidity, creamy finish. Star of Condrieu AOC and Château-Grillet AOC, co-vinified in Côte-Rôtie with Syrah (up to 20%). Widely exported to California (Central Coast), Australia (Eden Valley) and Languedoc. A Rhône variety.
