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Chardonnay

2009 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Rack & Riddle Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley is a splendid example of what this esteemed region has to offer. This vintage showcases a luxurious, full-bodied character that envelops the palate with its creamy texture. The wine exudes high acidity, providing a refreshing lift that balances its rich and ripe fruit intensity, which reveals enticing notes of pear, apple, and hints of tropical fruits. With subtle and well-integrated oak nuances, the tannins remain soft and supportive, enhancing the wine's overall elegance without overpowering its fruit profile. As a delightful dry white, this Chardonnay exemplifies the vintage's potential, making it an impressive choice for any occasion or simply to savor on its own.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Poached Fish, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Russian River Valley

Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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