High on a hilltop overlooking the Russian River, Gary Farrell’s tasting room sits perched among second-growth redwoods. The elegant Chardonnay and long-finish Pinot Noir, made by a big-name winemaker, score high marks for consistency. Bottles are $35 to $75.


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