Russian River Valley AVA

Sonoma, North Coast


Located in Sonoma County, California, the Russian River Valley AVA gained formal recognition in 1983 and was later expanded in 2005. The area which covers over 150 square miles, stretches between Sebastopol and Santa Rosa on the Southern end and Forestville and Healdsburg on the north. All the vineyards of the Russian River Valley share a characteristically cool climate that is heavily influenced by fog from the Pacific Ocean.

Some of the most successful varietals of the area those that thrive in cool climates like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay which represents about 40% of all the grapes grown in the region. In addition to those grapes, the area also produces Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Pinot Gris as well as a respected late Harvest Gewurztraminer.

The winemakers of the area identify with a number of different neighborhoods within the Russian River Valley appellation. These neighborhood include Middle Reach (in the north closest to Healdsburg) Laguna Ridge (south near Forestville) Santa Rosa Plain (flatlands near the town of Santa Rosa) Green Valley (north of Sebastopol) and Sebastopol Hills (running east and west of the town of Sebastopol).

The Russian River Valley wines have been featured in all six of all monthly wine clubs. If you love Pinot Noir, you really need to join our Pinot Noir Club. Numerous highly-rated, exceptional monthly selections come from this region.

Each wine region is unique, and in turn, produces equally intriguing wines. Our wine of the month clubs are designed so you can discover the wine regions of California, Washington, Oregon and international destinations - all from your own home!

Every Wine Club shipment includes highly-sought-after wines that reflect only the best qualities of their region. So go ahead--sign up for one or more of our outstanding Wine Clubs and begin your adventure of finding your new favorite wine region!


View AllWines from Russian River Valley AVA

Crux

2014 Syrah
Bottle of Crux 2014 Syrah
91 Points
LAST CALL
$38.00 $28.00 x 1

Tonti

2017 Zinfandel
Bottle of Tonti 2017 Zinfandel
93 Points
$54.00 $45.00 x 2

Lewis

2017 Chardonnay
Bottle of Lewis 2017 Chardonnay
92 Points
$55.00 $49.00 x 2

Metzker

2016 Chardonnay
Bottle of Metzker 2016 Chardonnay
93 Points
LAST CALL
$65.00 $56.00 x 2

Fritz

2017 Chardonnay
Bottle of Fritz 2017 Chardonnay
Special Selection
$30.00 $24.00 x 2

JAX

2017 Chardonnay
Bottle of JAX 2017 Chardonnay
93 Points
$42.00 $36.00 x 2

Tiny House

2016 Pinot Noir
Bottle of Tiny House 2016 Pinot Noir
91 Points
$60.00 $51.00 x 2

Croix

2016 Chardonnay
Bottle of Croix 2016 Chardonnay Narrow Gauge
94 Points
$50.00 $42.00 x 2

Croix

2016 Pinot Noir
Bottle of Croix 2016 Pinot Noir Narrow Gauge
92 Points
$65.00 $55.00 x 2
Russian River Valley AVA Wineries