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Panthera Chardonnay showcases the dynamism and energy of the Russian River Val... Panthera Chardonnay showcases the dynamism and energy of the Russian River Valley as this wine displays both a vibrant aspect of fruit and a confident oak profile. This wine presents beautiful layers of crisp, bright Asian pear and golden apple that... more

Fragrant aromas of zesty lemon and white peach with notes of melon and grapefr... Fragrant aromas of zesty lemon and white peach with notes of melon and grapefruit are immediately evident, followed by zippy minerality. The palate is fresh and lively with bright acidity and pronounced citrus tones, green apple, melon and a touch of... more

On the nose, saline, yellow pear, oyster shell, underripe pineapple, brioche, ... On the nose, saline, yellow pear, oyster shell, underripe pineapple, brioche, crème fraiche and lemon. On the palate, bright and fresh apple and pear skin, sweet cream, sourdough bread, pie crust and lemon compote. Clean aromas of nectarine, apricot... more

The 2021 Lumen Chardonnay offers notes of Bartlett pear, ripe peach, fresh red... The 2021 Lumen Chardonnay offers notes of Bartlett pear, ripe peach, fresh red apple, succulent, spring rain and fennel. Fleshy and bright at once, this has scents of apple and pear, the wine’s flavors drawn into focus by a saline tension and mineral... more

Medium-bodied Chardonnay is a bright, fruit-forward wine with tropical fruit, ... Medium-bodied Chardonnay is a bright, fruit-forward wine with tropical fruit, lime, and pear; complete with balanced acidity. A well-structured wine with flavors of green apple, and a touch of toasted oak on the finish. Pair this wine with mild,... more

The berries were firm at harvest and therefore vivid, deep flavors, great acid... The berries were firm at harvest and therefore vivid, deep flavors, great acidity and excellent freshness. The wines will be very pure, with strong specific vineyard signatures. But moderate weather prevailed throughout summer. The lack of heat waves... more

The beauty and precision of the 2013 vintage combined with the unique vineyard... The beauty and precision of the 2013 vintage combined with the unique vineyard character of Alder Springs has produced one of our finest Alesia bottlings to date. Saline minerality and complex earthiness combine with perfectly ripe fruit to produce a... more

The 2016 Coastview Vineyard Chardonnay is very aromatic with a cornucopia of w... The 2016 Coastview Vineyard Chardonnay is very aromatic with a cornucopia of white stone fruits, palm fruit, citrus with marzipan, crushed rocks and hints of reduction which bring to mind classic top end white burgundy. It is mouth filling with a... more

Beautiful vibrant aromas of peach, melon, and light starfruit notes marry perf... Beautiful vibrant aromas of peach, melon, and light starfruit notes marry perfectly with the beautifully understated oak creating a subtle spice and vanilla. Whole cluster pressing gives delineated fruit flavors. The texture and weight create a very... more

The 2017 vintage was intensely concentrated and focused at White Rock Vineyard... The 2017 vintage was intensely concentrated and focused at White Rock Vineyards. This Chardonnay is showing lively citrus notes, great depth and purity. This Chardonnay represents all the elegance and beauty of the 2017 vintage and the unique... more

Russian Cuvee has multiple layers of meaning. Originally named for the histori... Russian Cuvee has multiple layers of meaning. Originally named for the historic Reagan-Gorbachev Summit Meetings in 1985, it also refers to the vineyard’s unique location in the Russian River area, and it is a nod to the Russian taste for slightly... more

Shows great focus from beginning to end. It is bright with notes of exotic cit... Shows great focus from beginning to end. It is bright with notes of exotic citrus as well as Bosc pear, lemon zest, orange cream, white flowers, and mineral notes. On the palate it is richly textured yet replete with acidity. Commentary: The 2017 Eden... more

The 2018 La Cruz Chardonnay is bright and has a beautiful golden color. The wi... The 2018 La Cruz Chardonnay is bright and has a beautiful golden color. The wine shows aromas of tropical and stone fruit with a hint of vanillin oak. The wine is expressive in the mouth and exhibits green apple, pear, wet stone, white flowers,... more

Bright and aromatic, the 2020 vintage delivers fresh and nuanced complexity wi... Bright and aromatic, the 2020 vintage delivers fresh and nuanced complexity with a juicy fruit core. Aromas of nutmeg and orchard fruit compote open into ripe pear and green apple on the full, smooth palate, with subtle shades of fresh fennel,... more

The berries were firm at harvest and therefore vivid, deep flavors, great acid... The berries were firm at harvest and therefore vivid, deep flavors, great acidity and excellent freshness. The wines will be very pure, with strong specific vineyard signatures. But moderate weather prevailed throughout summer. The lack of heat waves... more

This opens with aromas of fresh apples and white talc, with a quiet underpinni... This opens with aromas of fresh apples and white talc, with a quiet underpinning of white flowers. On the palate there’s a coiled sensibility to this wine, like it’s lying in wait to spring out at you. This is buffered by a cool, creamy... more

The 2019 Chardonnay is a blend of 70% oak fermented and 30% stainless steel. B... The 2019 Chardonnay is a blend of 70% oak fermented and 30% stainless steel. Beautifully balanced vanilla and creamy texture with a little splash of green apple acidity at the end. The best from both Californian and French styles of Chardonnay. They... more

Delicate florals, Bosc pear and mango lassi on the nose. On the palate, grapef... Delicate florals, Bosc pear and mango lassi on the nose. On the palate, grapefruit, oak, and overripe pear. Oak carries the round, palate-cleansing finish, Floral, light and lovely, this coastal wine is crowd-pleasing and brimming in stone fruit, apple... more

A fresh Chardonnay with bright acidity and a hint of lemon curd and briny ocea... A fresh Chardonnay with bright acidity and a hint of lemon curd and briny ocean air. After fermenting and spending twelve months in French oak barrels, followed by an additional six months in stainless tanks, this wine was bottled unfiltered and... more

This beautifully aromatic Chardonnay offers alluring aromas of Fuji apple, pea... This beautifully aromatic Chardonnay offers alluring aromas of Fuji apple, peach and lemon custard, as well as French oak-inspired hints of graham cracker, vanilla and sweet baking spices. On the palate, a bright, energetic acidity adds to the poise... more