Mendocino County
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Mendocino County is a sub-region within California, United States renowned for its Pinot Noir. The auction database contains 385 lots, averaging $46 per bottle and ranging $1–$369. The median auction vintage is 1999. The top wines at auction include Williams Selyem, Pinot Noir Weir, Mendocino County, Copain, Syrah Tous Ensemble, Mendocino County, Carlisle, Dupratt Zinfandel, Mendocino County, Bedrock Wine Co., Alder Springs Vineyard Syrah, Mendocino County, Sean Thackrey, Petite Sirah Sirius, Mendocino County, while leading producers include Williams Selyem, Copain, Carlisle, Sean Thackrey. The Mendocino County sub-region is recognized for its distinctive terroir that produces wines of consistent character and quality. Collectors are drawn to the combination of geographical specificity, the quality of individual producers, and the historical significance of the sub-region's wines in the context of California. Auction activity reflects sustained international demand for the region's finest bottles, with the best examples demonstrating clear aging potential and site expression.
In the Glass
Mendocino County Pinot Noir is characterized by red cherry, raspberry, and earthy complexity typical of its California terroir. The wines show fine tannin structure, natural acidity, and the capacity to develop secondary aromas of truffle, game, and dried herbs with age. The specific soils and microclimate of Mendocino County produce a style that is recognizable within the broader regional context.
Red Wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Weir | $55 | 98 |
| Copain Syrah Tous Ensemble | $40 | 39 |
| Carlisle Dupratt Zinfandel | $36 | 26 |
| Bedrock Wine Co. Alder Springs Vineyard Syrah | $33 | 21 |
| Sean Thackrey Petite Sirah Sirius | $60 | 14 |
| Copain Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah | $36 | 13 |
| Behrens & Hitchcock Alder Springs Merlot | $45 | 13 |
| Edmeades Zinfandel | $26 | 8 |
| Masut Pinot Noir | $20 | 8 |
| Pax Syrah Alder Springs The Terraces | $40 | 6 |
| Patz & Hall Alder Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir | $64 | 5 |
| Sean Thackrey Pinot Noir Andromeda | $109 | 5 |
| Comptche Ridge Vineyards Pinot Noir | $26 | 5 |
| Mendocino Wine Company Sketchbook Cabernet Sauvignon | $24 | 5 |
| Broc Cellars Eagle Point Ranch Counoise | $17 | 5 |
| Trinafour Cellars Niemi Vineyard Petite Sirah | $31 | 5 |
White Wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Patz & Hall Chardonnay Alder Springs | $85 | 7 |
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