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Unoaked

2012 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Martin Ray Unoaked Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley, vintage 2012, is a delightful expression of this beloved varietal. This white wine showcases a vibrant and refreshing character, with a medium body that allows for easy enjoyment. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a crisp mouthwatering finish that lifts the palate. Fruit intensity is prominent, featuring lively notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, which harmonize beautifully to create a refreshing experience. This Chardonnay is bone dry, making it a wonderful choice for warm weather sipping or pairing with light, seasonal dishes. With its clean profile and absence of oak influence, the Martin Ray Unoaked Chardonnay offers a pure and direct expression of the fruit, capturing the essence of the Russian River Valley terroir.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Toast

Toast

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:


Poached Fish, 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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