Alexander Valley
Why This Region Matters
Alexander Valley is Sonoma's premier Cabernet Sauvignon region, a broad, warm valley along the Russian River northeast of Healdsburg. The Cabernet here is famous for its supple, approachable style, ripe and rounded with soft tannins, often called the friendliest serious Cabernet in California. The valley also produces excellent Chardonnay and old-vine Zinfandel.
Climate & Terroir
Visiting Alexander Valley
Geyserville is the valley's main hub, with Healdsburg just to the south. The valley is rural and scenic along Highway 128.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Valley known for?
Alexander Valley is Sonoma's premier Cabernet Sauvignon region, a broad, warm valley along the Russian River northeast of Healdsburg. The Cabernet here is famous for its supple, approachable style, ripe and rounded with soft tannins, often called the friendliest serious Cabernet in California.
What is the climate and terroir of Alexander Valley like?
Alexander Valley is warmer than its Sonoma neighbors, with the Russian River moderating temperatures and morning fog cooling the lower benches. Gravelly riverbed soils and well-drained hillside benches produce the ripe, smooth-tannin Cabernet the valley is known for.
What is it like to visit Alexander Valley?
Geyserville is the valley's main hub, with Healdsburg just to the south. The valley is rural and scenic along Highway 128.