1998
5 Acres
Peggy Ridley
Mild Coast-Tempered Maritime Climate
Ridley Vineyards is a charming 4-acre organic estate located along Anderson Valley Way in Boonville, at the heart of California’s acclaimed Anderson Valley wine region. Surrounded by the valley’s scenic landscape and influenced by its cool-climate conditions, the vineyard is dedicated to producing premium wine grapes through environmentally conscious and sustainable farming practices.
Carefully tended on a daily basis, the vineyard reflects a hands-on approach to viticulture that emphasizes vine health, fruit quality, and long-term sustainability. The use of low-volume irrigation techniques encourages deep root development and balanced vine growth, helping the vineyard produce robust, healthy grapes with exceptional flavor concentration and varietal character.
Ridley Vineyards cultivates a diverse selection of cool-climate varieties, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Grüner Veltliner. Anderson Valley’s signature combination of coastal influences, morning fog, and significant day-to-night temperature shifts allows the fruit to ripen gradually, preserving freshness, natural acidity, and aromatic complexity.
The Pinot Noir produced from this site is often noted for its vibrant red fruit profile, elegant structure, and refined texture, while the Chardonnay delivers balance, freshness, and layered complexity. Grüner Veltliner thrives in the vineyard’s unique conditions, producing wines with bright acidity, expressive aromatics, and distinctive varietal character. Through its commitment to organic farming and meticulous vineyard management, Ridley Vineyards continues to showcase the diversity and quality of Anderson Valley’s world-class wine-growing landscape.