WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
This smooth and inviting Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a crowd-pleasing showcase of the best of this classic cool-climate region. Showing wonderful length and fullness, rich notes of citrusy orange blossom, spiced pear, toasted vanilla and a subtle touch of sage brown butter at the forefront evolve to bright hints of Meyer lemon, grilled pineapple and ripe yellow apple on the mid-palate. The finish is long, crisp and clean, a perfect choice for enjoying alongside food.
Try this beautifully balanced Chardonnay alongside creamy Dungeness crab tagliatelle, wilted spinach and lemon zest or, for a heartier dish, try seared pork chops with apple cider jus and a Gruyère and mustard potato gratin. For a cheese pairing, try a mild cheddar with fresh apples, pickled mustard seed and honey.
Blend: 100% Chardonnay
TASTING NOTES:
An especially concentrated and layered white that's rich in poached pears and creme caramel flavors that are nicely balanced by vibrant acidity. Lemon zest, minerals and Bosc pears on a linear, energized structure and full body that carry all the rich flavors through a lingering finish. Drink now or hold.
- James Suckling, 94 pts.
This lively Chardonnay displays balanced aromas of Gala apples, lemon zest and white flowers on the nose, giving way to flavors of pear, grilled pineapple, ginger and sage with well-integrated oak and a long, supple finish with echoes of lemon peel, saline and apple blossom.
- Wine Enthusiast, 93 pts.
