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Wicket Wine

2023 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Sonoma-Cutrer Wicket Wine is a delightful expression of Chardonnay from the renowned Russian River Valley. This 2023 vintage showcases a radiant white hue, immediately appealing to the eye. With its medium body, it presents a harmonious balance that tantalizes the palate without overwhelming it. The bright acidity invigorates the wine, providing a refreshing lift that invites another sip. Its fruit intensity leans toward the prominent side, bursting with flavors of crisp green apple and luscious pear, elegantly intertwined with subtle hints of citrus. This wine is crafted in a dry style, making it an excellent companion for a variety of cuisines or a lovely aperitif on a warm afternoon. Overall, the Sonoma-Cutrer Wicket Wine embodies the charm of its terroir, delivering a pleasurable tasting experience that reflects the essence of the Russian River Valley.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

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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