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DCV10

2008 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Dry Creek Vineyard DCV10 is a captivating 2008 Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley, a region celebrated for its exceptional white wines. This wine showcases a full-bodied character, offering a delightful richness on the palate that envelops the senses. The acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly balancing the lush fruit intensity that includes vibrant notes of green apple, lemon zest, and hints of pear. The dryness of this Chardonnay enhances its food-friendly nature, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes, from roasted chicken to seafood. With a graceful structure that supports its expressive flavors, the DCV10 is a standout representation of the quality and elegance characteristic of the Russian River Valley.

Tasting notes:


Tropical Fruit

Tropical Fruit

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Butterscotch

Butterscotch

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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