Gary Farrell founded his namesake winery in 1982, helping establish its longstanding focus on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Sonoma County.
The 2023 Gary Farrell Russian River Chardonnay is produced from multiple renowned vineyard sites in Sonoma’s Russian River Valley, including Rochioli, Allen, and Olivet Lane. It reflects a cool, extended growing season that enhanced flavor development and natural acidity.
Always an aromatic treat, the 2023 Russian River Chardonnay entices with fresh baked apples, golden pears, a dash of warm spices, and a generous squeeze of crisp lemon. The medium bodied palate is layered with orchard fruits, crushed ginger, citrus zest, and a hint of brioche. The tangy acidity is crisp and bright, while the slight creaminess from lees aging rounds out the edges into a satisfying, persistent finish.
93 Wine Enthusiast A whisper of flint, green apple and sage aromas drive the nose of this Chardonnay. The palate brings in flavors of crisp pear, Meyer lemon, ginger and citrus blossoms before a soft and lifted finish with echoes of salty lemon peel.
