Chardonnay

2023 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Gary Farrell Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage, hailing from the Russian River Valley, is a harmonious expression of the classic Chardonnay grape. This white wine exudes elegance and finesse, with a medium-full body that carries a delightful balance of acidity and fruit intensity. The wine showcases the region's signature characteristics with notes of ripe orchard fruits, subtle oak, and a hint of minerality, culminating in a smooth and satisfying finish that lingers on the palate.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Apple Pie

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:

Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, 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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