98 Double Gold
Russian River Valley
Estate
Pinot Noir 2021
Russian River Valley Ritchie Chardonnay 2023
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The wines in this collection are primarily from Sonoma County, with most vineyards located within the distinct neighborhoods of the Russian River Valley appellation. These sites are exceptional—whether for their placement on slopes and ridges, the presence of rare old vines or unique clones, or the dedication of growers with decades of proven excellence.
Ritchie
For over 40 years, Kent Ritchie has farmed his namesake vineyard with unwavering dedication and personal care. Planted in 1972, this site is perched on a rolling, northwest-facing hillside that benefits from cooling coastal breezes and the morning fog typical of the Russian River Valley. The vineyard’s old Chardonnay vines, rooted in sandy Goldridge soils layered with ancient seabed sediment, volcanic ash, pockets of tufa rock, and sloping benchlands that descend toward the river, contribute to…
Story
With its beautiful old vines nestled on a rolling northwest facing hillside in the heart of the Russian River Valley, the Ritchie Vineyard commands respect. First planted in 1972, this vineyard features Sandy Goldridge soils from an ancient seabed combined with volcanic ash deposits, pockets of tufa rocks and sloping benchlands that lead into the Russian River to create a remarkably unique “Grand Cru” site that produces wines of strength and great natural acidity. Wines from this vineyard site often exhibit a rare complexity and intensity that has spawned a legion of loyal Ritchie followers.
Technical Notes
Appellation
Green Valley of the Russian River Valley
Pairs well with
Franciscos Fried Chicken Tenders
Pesto Pasta Salad
Peach and Prosciutto Flatbread
Curry Chicken Salad with Avocado
Baked Halibut or Snapper with Tomatoes
Baked Halibut With Herbs Fennel Tomatoes
Beer Battered Shrimp with Wasabi Dipping Sauce
Chicken Curry with Onions Red Peppers Mango
Classic Oysters Rockefeller
Crab Scallop Cakes with Ginger Dressing
Crab Cakes with Citrus Mayonnaise
Grilled Halibut or Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc
Lobster Mango Remoulade
Mixed Seafood Pasta
Roasted Halibut with Lemon Prosciutto Capers
Salad with Pears Pecans and Gorgonzola
Sausage White Bean Kale Soup
Seared Scallops with Leeks Ginger
