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Lot 93

2012 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

90+ Cellars Lot 93 is a delightful Chardonnay from the esteemed Russian River Valley, showcasing the region's characteristic elegance and depth. This vintage boasts a medium body that provides a satisfying mouthfeel, while its acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall freshness of the wine. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing flavors of ripe apple and pear, beautifully complemented by subtle hints of vanilla and oak from the aging process. With a dry profile that invites further exploration, this Chardonnay exemplifies the best of what the Russian River Valley has to offer, making it a superb choice for those seeking a refined and expressive white wine experience.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Seafood Pasta

Region:


Russian River Valley
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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