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In the ongoing “Neighborhoods of the Russian River Valley”, Gary Farrell Wine Maker Theresa Heredia discusses the Green Valley.This is the only neighborhood that is an official sub-appellation of the Russian River Valley. Located on the western side of the Russian River Valley and close to the Pacific Ocean, Green Valley is the coolest and foggiest region of the RRV and was identified as an independent appellation due to the fog that settles in late afternoon and persists until late morning hours. Its close proximity to the Pacific Ocean creates a unique growing climate for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Its soils are largely dominated by Goldridge series and the elevation ranges, depending on the vineyard site. The resulting wines possess a dark fruit profile with nicely developed tannins and a gentle, soft mouthfeel.
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Gary Farrell Winery Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley, California
Named for its previous owners, the 100-acre Hallberg Vineyard is today owned and managed by wine industry veterans including vineyard manager Kirk Lokka. Nestled in the Green Valley sub-appellation, the site enjoys refreshing daytime breezes and cool nighttime temperatures. The strong marine influence means less severe daily temperature shifts so the vines never completely shut down, producing fruit with deep, dark color, great structure, silky tannins, darker fruit flavors and earthy characteristics. This blend is a composition of many of the best blocks on this cool, foggy vineyard site, which include clones 667, 777, 828, Pommard and a mysterious “suitcase” selection.
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Russian River Valley, California
For over 40 years, Gary Farrell Winery has crafted small-lot artisan wines capturing balance and stylistic elegance from some of the finest vineyard sites in the Russian River Valley. Since 2014, the current owners have been dedicated to enhancing Gary Farrell’s legacy with a single-minded focus on quality, relying on rigorous vineyard selection, outstanding grower relationships and superior quality fruit.