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2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma Coast, California

Taste a well-balanced Chardonnay from the winemakers at Sonoma-Cutrer

$21.00
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma-Cutrer

Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

This Russian River Ranches Chardonnay from Sonoma-Cutrer is a beautiful, pale straw color with pale green tinges. Russian River Ranches is a cuvée of distinct vineyard lots, each contributing its own personality to the wine. The wine is focused on the palate with flavors of zesty lemon, apple, lime, and spice. It rounds out with citrus acidity and a nicely balanced long, flavorful finish. You might notice forward fruit aromas with hints of light floral notes. Scents of pear and apple are accentuated with notes of nougat, roasted nuts, oak spice, and a touch of citrus blossom.

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, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.

ABOUT THIS WINE

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma-Cutrer

Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

This Russian River Ranches Chardonnay from Sonoma-Cutrer is a beautiful, pale straw color with pale green tinges. Russian River Ranches is a cuvée of distinct vineyard lots, each contributing its own personality to the wine. The wine is focused on the palate with flavors of zesty lemon, apple, lime, and spice. It rounds out with citrus acidity and a nicely balanced long, flavorful finish. You might notice forward fruit aromas with hints of light floral notes. Scents of pear and apple are accentuated with notes of nougat, roasted nuts, oak spice, and a touch of citrus blossom.

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, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.
Sonoma-Cutrer

WINE REGION:

Outline of Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast

Stretching along California's raw and rugged northern shores—and reaching quite far inland—Sonoma Coast is the largest AVA in Sonoma County. The proximity to the ocean makes wines here very different from those from more central AVAs. Whether the vineyards are on high ridges above the fog line or warm, fog-shrouded valley floors, the marine soils, low temperatures and cool Pacific breezes slow the ripening of the grapes. The result? Highly structured, delicate wines with plenty of acidity. The main stars here are white peach-tinged Chardonnay and wild strawberry-flavored Pinot Noir, but you will also find some excellent cool-climate Syrah with notes of white pepper and cherry.

WINE REGION

Outline of Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast

Stretching along California's raw and rugged northern shores—and reaching quite far inland—Sonoma Coast is the largest AVA in Sonoma County. The proximity to the ocean makes wines here very different from those from more central AVAs. Whether the vineyards are on high ridges above the fog line or warm, fog-shrouded valley floors, the marine soils, low temperatures and cool Pacific breezes slow the ripening of the grapes. The result? Highly structured, delicate wines with plenty of acidity. The main stars here are white peach-tinged Chardonnay and wild strawberry-flavored Pinot Noir, but you will also find some excellent cool-climate Syrah with notes of white pepper and cherry.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Sonoma-Cutrer 2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

Pairs well with…

Risotto, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken

Body
2
Body
Acidity
3
Acidity
Sweetness
2
Sweetness
Fruit Intensity
2
Fruit Intensity

Pairs well with…

Risotto, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken

FLAVOR PROFILE

Sonoma-Cutrer 2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

Pairs well with…

Risotto, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken

Body
2
Body
Acidity
3
Acidity
Sweetness
2
Sweetness
Fruit Intensity
2
Fruit Intensity

Pairs well with…

Risotto, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken

TASTING NOTES:

Lime

Red Apple

Pear

A zesty Chardonnay that is focused on the palate. Hints of apple, lime, and spice dance across your tastebuds. Nice acidity really rounds out the complex secondary flavors.

TASTING NOTES

Lime

Red Apple

Pear

A zesty Chardonnay that is focused on the palate. Hints of apple, lime, and spice dance across your tastebuds. Nice acidity really rounds out the complex secondary flavors.

ABOUT THE BRAND:

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma-Cutrer is a testament to the people, practices, and land all working in unison to uphold the time-honored tradition of winemaking. They marry together Burgundian traditions with Californian ingenuity and a deep appreciation for Sonoma Valley's remarkable terroir. Beyond their craft, they strive to carry these values into personal relationships and communities. They believe the good life, like good wine, is not primarily of any one element but is a perfectly unique balance of all elements.

ABOUT THE BRAND

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma-Cutrer is a testament to the people, practices, and land all working in unison to uphold the time-honored tradition of winemaking. They marry together Burgundian traditions with Californian ingenuity and a deep appreciation for Sonoma Valley's remarkable terroir. Beyond their craft, they strive to carry these values into personal relationships and communities. They believe the good life, like good wine, is not primarily of any one element but is a perfectly unique balance of all elements.