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Dutton Ranch

2011 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Girard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay from the 2011 vintage is a delightful expression of the Russian River Valley terroir, showcasing its renowned ability to produce exceptional white wines. This full-bodied white exhibits a beautiful golden hue, inviting you to explore its complex aromas. With lively acidity balancing the richness, the wine offers a mouthwatering freshness that enhances its appeal. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing layers of ripe stone fruit and citrus notes, while subtle oak influences provide a creamy texture, adding depth to the palate. As you savor each sip, the well-integrated tannins offer a smooth finish, making this wine a truly elegant choice. The Girard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay is also bone dry, ensuring that it pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes or can be enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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:


Lobster, Grilled Fish with Mango Salsa, Lobster Mac and Cheese

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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