2008 Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley
Publications
California Grapevine
Date
April-May 2011
Award
93
Review
Medium-light golden yellow; attractive, forward, toasty, baked apple aroma with notes of hazelnut, tropical fruit, and cinnamon; full body; forward, rich, plush, intense, citrusy, green apple flavors; well balanced with firm acidity; lingering aftertaste. Very similar in style to Ramey's other two vineyard-designated Chardonnays though seemed to have a slight bit more depth as it opened and developed with airing in the glass. Very highly recommended.
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