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Winemaker's Release Dutton Ranch

2021 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

The Sonoma-Cutrer Winemaker's Release Dutton Ranch Chardonnay from the 2021 vintage showcases the exquisite characteristics of the Russian River Valley. This white wine is medium-bodied, striking a harmonious balance between richness and freshness. It exhibits high acidity, which contributes to its vibrant and mouthwatering profile, making it a refreshing choice. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering delightful notes of ripe apple, pear, and hints of citrus, complemented by subtle nuances of minerality. The wine is bone dry, ensuring a clean and crisp finish that lingers elegantly on the palate. Overall, this Chardonnay embodies the essence of its terroir while delivering an enjoyable and refined tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

White Peach

White Peach

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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