Raeburn
Russian River Valley, California
A 95 Point Chardonnay to add to your collection
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Raeburn
Chardonnay
This is a highly lauded Chardonnay that comes with some high recommendations: 95 points from the Somm Journal, 90 points from Wine Enthusiast, and 91 points from Blue Lifestyle. The Chardonnay is hand-picked at dawn from several Russian River Valley vineyards to maintain Chardonnay's ideal sugar levels. Once at the winery, they whole cluster press the fruit and gently rack into French and Hungarian oak barrels for fermentation. It's elegant but still retains vibrant fresh fruit.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.ABOUT THIS WINE
Raeburn
Chardonnay
This is a highly lauded Chardonnay that comes with some high recommendations: 95 points from the Somm Journal, 90 points from Wine Enthusiast, and 91 points from Blue Lifestyle. The Chardonnay is hand-picked at dawn from several Russian River Valley vineyards to maintain Chardonnay's ideal sugar levels. Once at the winery, they whole cluster press the fruit and gently rack into French and Hungarian oak barrels for fermentation. It's elegant but still retains vibrant fresh fruit.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Grilled Fish, Fresh Garden Salad, Aged Cheese
Pairs well with…
Grilled Fish, Fresh Garden Salad, Aged Cheese
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Grilled Fish, Fresh Garden Salad, Aged Cheese
Pairs well with…
Grilled Fish, Fresh Garden Salad, Aged Cheese
TASTING NOTES:
Crème Brûlée
Oak
Vanilla
Raeburn's 2018 Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a nod to classic California Chardonnay - elegant and expressive with intense fruit character, creaminess, and toasty vanilla. The fruit is beautifully complemented with toasted oak, vanilla, and hints of Crème Brûlée with a balanced and elegant finish.
TASTING NOTES
Crème Brûlée
Oak
Vanilla
Raeburn's 2018 Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a nod to classic California Chardonnay - elegant and expressive with intense fruit character, creaminess, and toasty vanilla. The fruit is beautifully complemented with toasted oak, vanilla, and hints of Crème Brûlée with a balanced and elegant finish.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Raeburn
Raeburn is an Old English term that means "the river where one goes to drink." So, it's fitting that Raeburn's expressive, beautifully balanced wines begin in the heart of the Russian River Valley, where some of the world's finest Burgundy grapes are grown. Raeburn is located on Olivet Road, a quiet country lane in the heart of the Valley. Raeburn is made in a Certified California Sustainable Winery.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Raeburn
Raeburn is an Old English term that means "the river where one goes to drink." So, it's fitting that Raeburn's expressive, beautifully balanced wines begin in the heart of the Russian River Valley, where some of the world's finest Burgundy grapes are grown. Raeburn is located on Olivet Road, a quiet country lane in the heart of the Valley. Raeburn is made in a Certified California Sustainable Winery.