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Founders Reserve

2011 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Sonoma-Cutrer Founders Reserve from the renowned Russian River Valley presents itself as a truly remarkable Chardonnay. This wine showcases a medium-bodied profile that balances elegance with richness, making it both approachable and sophisticated. Its acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall freshness of the wine, while the fruit intensity is prominent, offering delightful notes of citrus and green apple, complemented by subtle hints of tropical fruits. The wine exhibits a delicate interplay of oak and minerality, resulting in a well-rounded and harmonious finish. With a dryness that is perfectly calibrated, the Sonoma-Cutrer Founders Reserve is a fantastic choice for those seeking a refreshing yet complex white wine experience.

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:


Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Sonoma County
Sonoma County

Many of California's world-class wines come from Sonoma County, separated from Napa by the Mayacamas Mountains. Three times the size of Napa, Sonoma is an incredibly diverse region. Cool coastal zones, fog-cloaked hillsides, sheltered valleys and craggy exposed peaks give Sonoma a vast array of terroirs and microclimates. Its many sub-regions produce a broad range of styles: from the bold Cabernets of Alexander Valley to the fragrant Pinots of Sonoma Coast and the sublime Chardonnays of Chalk Hill.

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