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Eleanor Ray

Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Martin Ray Eleanor Ray Chardonnay is a delightful expression from the renowned Russian River Valley, celebrated for its vibrant and complex characteristics. This white wine offers a medium body that carries an enchanting acidity, lending a bright and refreshing quality to the palate. With a prominent fruit intensity, the wine showcases luscious notes of ripe apple and pear, harmoniously complemented by subtle hints of citrus. Its dryness enhances the overall crispness, making it an incredibly food-friendly choice. This meticulously crafted Chardonnay is a true reflection of the Russian River Valley's exceptional terroir, promising to elevate any dining experience with its elegant and captivating profile.

Tasting notes:


Lemon

Lemon

Brioche

Brioche

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:


Grilled Shrimp, 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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