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Rochioli-Allen Vineyards, Clone 76

2015 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Gary Farrell Rochioli-Allen Vineyards, Clone 76 Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley is a striking white wine that showcases the region's ability to produce exceptional varietals. With a full-bodied profile, this wine captivates the palate with its bright acidity, providing a refreshing and mouthwatering experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, delivering notes of ripe pear and vibrant citrus that dance harmoniously with subtle hints of vanilla and baking spices, a testament to its thoughtful oak aging. The texture is beautifully creamy, enhanced by a deft interplay of minerality and freshness that lingers on the finish. This Chardonnay stands out as a remarkable example of the elegance and complexity this varietal can achieve in the highly regarded Russian River Valley, making it an ideal choice for both special occasions and everyday indulgence.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

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:


Roasted Salmon, Seafood, 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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