• Sonoma-Cutrer 2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, California
  • Sonoma-Cutrer 2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, California
2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma Coast, United States

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

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About This Wine

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.

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Sonoma-Cutrer 2018 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, California

Wine Region

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

Pairs well with… Risotto, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Chicken

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Tasting Notes

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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.