ResortRussian River Valley · Sonoma4.6 · 12
Resort at Sonoma County
Wooden beams and floor-to-ceiling glass frame vineyard views at this Windsor property.
Wine LoversCouples Retreat
2.4 mi
Russian River Valley · Sonoma County · Windsor
Domaine de la Rivière
Winemaker Kale Anderson works with ultra-premium fruit from five named Middle Reach vineyards.
5.0(181)
$$$Reservations RequiredKnown forPinot NoirChardonnayRoséBy AppointmentBoutiqueMountain Views
About Domaine de la Rivière
Domaine de la Rivière is a family-owned winery located in the Middle Reach of the Russian River Valley, dedicated to crafting limited production wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Established in 2011, the winery focuses on producing high-quality Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rosé, utilizing ultra-premium grapes that benefit from the area's ideal growing conditions of fog and sun. Their commitment to artisanal winemaking and personal connections to the land and community make each bottle a story worth sharing.
Why Visit Domaine de la Rivière
Domaine de la Rivière released its first wines in 2018 after completing harvest in August 2017, making it one of Windsor's newer boutique producers. Owners Marla and Geoffrey Bedrosian focus exclusively on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rosé sourced from a narrow stretch between southern Healdsburg and Forestville where fog and sun create extended growing seasons.
- Kale Anderson crafts all three wines from Middle Reach vineyards
- First vintage released in 2018 after August 2017 harvest
- Fruit sourced from Ritchie, El Diablo, Lone Oak, Flora Marie, and Vineyard Eleven
- Rosé of Pinot Noir debuted April 18, 2018
- Marla and Geoffrey Bedrosian personally host tastings
The Setting
The winery sits at 6157 Starr Road in Windsor, planted along the banks of the Russian River in what's known as the Middle Reach. This north-south corridor benefits from cooler marine influence than vineyards farther inland. Fruit comes from five specific sites: Vineyard Eleven, Ritchie Vineyard, El Diablo Vineyard, Lone Oak Vineyard, and Flora Marie Vineyard, each contributing distinct character to the limited-production bottlings.
The Tasting Experience
Visits happen by appointment only, arranged directly with the family. Tastings are intimate and personal, often with Marla or Geoffrey pouring, sharing stories about their 2011 founding and their relationships with the growers who supply their fruit. Expect to taste through their three-wine lineup—Rosé of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir—with detailed explanations of how each vineyard site shaped what's in the bottle.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Prices and availability are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
The Pour
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Wine list. (19)
Prices are approximate and may not reflect current offerings.
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2020 | $75 | |
2021 El Diablo Vineyard Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $110 | |
2021 Heritage Block - Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $90 | |
2021 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $75 | |
2021 Red Barn Block Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $90 | |
2021 Two Forces Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2021 | $90 | |
2022 El Diablo Vineyard Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $110 | |
2022 Heritage Block - Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $95 | |
2022 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $78 | |
2022 Red Barn Block Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $95 | |
2022 Two Forces Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir | 2022 | $95 |
2020 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2020
2021 El Diablo Vineyard Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2021
2021 Heritage Block - Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2021
2021 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2021
2021 Red Barn Block Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2021
2021 Two Forces Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2021
2022 El Diablo Vineyard Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2022
2022 Heritage Block - Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2022
2022 Middle Reach Vineyards Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2022
2022 Red Barn Block Vineyard eleven Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2022
2022 Two Forces Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir2022
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The original 1873 Farmhouse still houses guest rooms directly above the restaurant's kitchen.
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Drive Times
From Sonoma hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Domaine de la Rivière, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse Inn | ~7 min | Book |
| Hotel Healdsburg | ~17 min | Book |
| Montage Healdsburg | ~24 min | Book |
| The Lodge at Bodega Bay | ~32 min | Book |
| Olea Hotel | ~37 min | Book |
| Cottage Inn & Spa | ~49 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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