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.
In this delightful Pinot Noir, the fragrant notes of clove and black cherry blend harmoniously with the vibrant essence of wild blueberry, plum, and blackberry, culminating in a pleasing opulence during the extended and delectable finish.
This 2020 Estate Pinot Noir envelops you with a notes ripe cherry, raspberry and a touch of vanilla and spice. Flavors of dark cocoa are layered with black cherry, red plum and strawberry. Soft tannins with bright acidity are followed by a delicious and prolonged finish.
The captivating Devil's Gulch Pinot Noir unfurls with vibrant aromas of alluring spice, intricately layered with notes of sweet wild berries and enchanting nutmeg. Delight your palate with the luscious flavors, accented by a touch of aromatic bay leaf. This exceptional Pinot Noir exhibits a pleasing density that embraces the senses, while the savory finish leaves a profound and enduring impression that lingers gracefully.
The 2021 Estate Chardonnay warmly welcomes you with enchanting aromas of toasted almonds, fragrant apple crisp, and invigorating, spicy undertones. Upon tasting, the palate reveals its sumptuously soft nature, adorned with the crispness of ripe stone fruit, enhanced by a hint of zesty citrus and the allure of pain bénit. As you savor this remarkable wine, the finish unfolds elegantly, stretching out in a lengthy and radiant manner.
The French heritage of the DeLoach name and winery denotes the rich philosophy that founded our winery in the Russian River Valley, specializing in Burgundian winemaking techniques. The Charles Heintz Vineyard, 900 feet above the Russian River Valley, is the source of our compelling Late Disgorged Blanc de Noirs. Made in the méthode champenoise, our sparkling Blanc de Noirs offers elegantly balanced flavors with delicate bubbles and a rich mouthfeel. We are proud to present our Royal Standard in evidence of its unique and outstanding quality.
Emanating from the glass, the 2020 Chardonnay exudes vibrant notes of mango intertwined with fresh pineapple, orange marmalade, and brioche. Its silky and smooth mouthfeel accentuates the presence of peach and caramel, delivering a luscious interplay of sumptuous citrus flavors. The finale is a juicy abundance that delights the palate with a satisfying finish.
The Maffei Vineyard located on Olivet Road in the Russian River Valley is a historic site showcasing old vine Zinfandel. Registered by the Historic Vineyard Society, the gnarly head-trained vines were planted in 1928 by Umberto and Maria Maffei. Now, three generations later, their granddaughter Joanne Maffei manages these vines which continue to produce world-class grapes.