Wines Produced

The Russian River Valley is known predominantly for producing Pinot Noir.  However, it is also home to many other wonderful varieties:

Chardonnay

The most widely grown variety in the Russian River Valley is Chardonnay. It is cultivated on more than two-thirds of the appellation’s 10,000 vineyard acres.

Pinot Noir

Today the number of acres in the Russian River Valley devoted to Pinot Noir is increasing faster than any other variety. The reason for this ascendancy lies in the region’s growing conditions. The fog-cooled climate and well-drained soils in the Russian River Valley make the area one of a handful of places in the world where first-class Pinot Noir can be grown.

Sparkling Wines

More classic method, or “methode champenoise,” Sparkling Wine is produced in the Russian River Valley than anywhere else in California. Much of this wine is made from locally grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes.

Zinfandel

Zinfandel was the most commonly grown grape in the Russian River Valley in the 1800s. As a result, today the region boasts a number of vineyards with 90- and 100-year-old vines that are appreciated for their depth of flavor.

Others

Other wines made with Russian River Valley grapes include Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.