Russian River Valley
Russian River Valley is a very large wine region with a number of diverse microclimates. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are widely planted, but many other grapes have also found a home here. The region is a very popular vacation destination, and there are Russian River Wineries open for wine tours.
Russian River Wine Country
Russian River Valley wineries range from very large operations, to small, boutique producers. Local wineries are best known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, but Syrah and Merlot also do very well. Russian River Wineries include Belvedere Winery, Christopher Creek Winery and Paradise Ridge.
The climate of Russian River Wine Country is generally cool and foggy. However, the region is extremely large and contains a number of warmer nooks and crannies. Temperatures tend to rise as one moves east and away from the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean. Russian River Wineries tend to grow and produce more Pinot Noir and Chardonnay the closer they are to the pacific ocean.
Russian River Valley terrain varies greatly. Near the river, soils are made of sand and clay. These parts of the region retain water quite well, and are generally planted with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Merlot. In the hills surrounding the Russian River, the ground drains more effectively. These vineyard sites are more likely to be planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Zinfandel.
The history of wine production in the Russian River Wine Country began during the 1830s. The earliest European settlers were of Russian descent. While they focused on fur trading, these pioneers also grew subsistence crops, including the region’s first vineyards.
A Few Popular Russian River Wineries
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- Feb 24, 2007
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Dain Wines reviewed by Wine Advocate
Russian River Valley’s Dain Wines are reviewed by Wine Advocate. - Feb 12, 2007
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Kosta Browne Releases new Wines
Russian River Valley’s Kosta Browne Winery releases two of their ten 2005 Pinot Noirs. - Jan 29, 2007
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Inman Family Releases new Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley’s Inman Family is set to release their 2005 Olivet Grange Vineyard Pinot Noir in February. - Jan 03, 2007
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Russian River Barrel Tasting
The Russian River Wine Road is holding their annual Barrel Tasting on the weekends of March 2nd and 9th, 2007. - Dec 19, 2006
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Kosta Browne Expects to Increase Production Volume
Great news for anyone who loves premium quality Pinot Noir; Kosta Browne Winery is expanding production volume. They roughly estimate the 2005 vintage will yield 5,000 cases, and hope to grow to 10,000 cases with the next few vintages.
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