Reserve

2008 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Rodney Strong Reserve Chardonnay from the 2008 vintage is a delightful expression of the Russian River Valley. This wine showcases a medium-bodied character that is beautifully balanced by vibrant acidity, offering a refreshing lift to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring captivating notes of ripe apple, pear, and subtle stone fruit, which mingle seamlessly with hints of vanilla and toasty oak. Tannins are soft, allowing the fruit to shine while providing a graceful structure. This Chardonnay is bone dry, making it an excellent choice for pairing with light seafood dishes or creamy pasta. Enjoy this remarkable wine chilled to fully appreciate its lively and complex profile.

Tasting notes:

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Butter

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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