Concrete

2023 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Martin Ray Concrete Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage hails from the Russian River Valley, known for producing exceptional white wines. This Chardonnay showcases a harmonious blend of light body, moderate acidity, medium fruit intensity, subtle tannins, and a dry profile. The wine boasts a pale white color, reflecting its crisp and refreshing characteristics. The cool climate of the Russian River Valley lends elegance to this Chardonnay, offering a delightful balance of fruit flavors with a touch of minerality. Ideal for Chardonnay enthusiasts seeking a well-rounded and versatile wine.

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:

Fish Tacos, Creamy Pasta, 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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