Russian River Valley
2018 Dutton Ranch Russian River Valley Chardonnay
The 2018 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay is quintessential Russian River Valley. The wine opens with toasted almond, butter cookie and nutmeg aromas. Bone-dry and inviting, the palate is filled with Meyer lemon, passionfruit and orange blossom flavors. There’s a compelling lushness to the mid-palate that leads to a nice mineral quality on the finish. Once again, Dutton Ranch has delivered a wonderfully age-worthy wine that captures the charm and complexity of some of Sonoma County’s oldest Chardonnay vines.
Wine & Spirits
10.1.20
Wine Enthusiast
3.1.21
| Product | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|
750 ml | $45.00 |
Tasting Notes
The 2018 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay is quintessential Russian River Valley. The wine opens with toasted almond, butter cookie and nutmeg aromas. Bone-dry and inviting, the palate is filled with Meyer lemon, passionfruit and orange blossom flavors. There’s a compelling lushness to the mid-palate that leads to a nice mineral quality on the finish. Once again, Dutton Ranch has delivered a wonderfully age-worthy wine that captures the charm and complexity of some of Sonoma County’s oldest Chardonnay vines.
WINE ANALYSIS
Blend:
100% Chardonnay fruit
Aging:
100% Burgundian French oak barrels (27% new; 73% 1-2-year old)
Alcohol:
14.5%
F:
100% malolactic fermentation in barrel