Chardonnay

Our Meursault Premier Cru Château de Blagny 2013 has a pale yellow color. The nose is intense and complex with notes of toasted almond, fresh butter, vanilla and yellow peach. On the palate, the wine is well-balanced between fullness and persistence. A lot of elegance with notes of almond and ... more

One of the things I enjoy when I'm visiting with wine drinkers at Festivals all around the country is the obvious pleasure people have when they tell me 'I really love the green label chardonnay, it's our house white'. That means my mission is clear: don't screw up a good ... more

A deep golden yellow color, very clean and bright. The nose features standout ripe tropical fruit notes of pineapple, banana and apricot and the asparagus and artichoke hearts typical of coastal-climate wines. The 12 months in French oak confers elegant notes of toast and vanilla and heightens the lactic butterscotch ... more

Our 2015 Director's Cut Chardonnay presents lively aromas of citrus and tropical fruits along with pretty floral notes and an edge of minerals that evolves on the palate. You'll find luscious flavors of Meyer lemon, quince, and passion fruit up front, but as the wine opens up you get the ... more

Offering all of the layered complexity and lush concentration that make great Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley so sought-after, this enticing wine displays gorgeous aromas of peach, nectarine, Fuji apple, citrus blossom and honeysuckle. On the palate, vibrant stone fruit and citrus flavors are supported by hints of vanilla, ... more

Our 2014 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay possesses intriguing complex aromas of ripe mango, papaya, Meyer lemon, Key lime, tarte tatin, white narcissus and beeswax, framed by spicy toasty oak. A rich yet perfectly balanced entry leads to a broad mid-palate with an energetic drive and delicious fruit, nishing with a fascinating ... more

The hue is a hazy pale lemon, evidence of subtle stirring of the lees (batônnage) and bottling without fining or filtration. The generous almost viscous texture weaves seamlessly together with the vibrant acidity and minerality characteristic of the Fort Ross Vineyard's coastal terroir. Vivid aromas of citrus blossom, melon, and ... more

The wine is complex with inviting aromas of honeysuckle, grilled white peach and apricot. A luscious entry of toasted hazelnut and mandarin are balanced by bright acidity and minerality. The finish is rich and creamy with flavors of lemon zest and caramelized sugar.  more

Bright and fresh, the 2015 Chardonnay envelopes the senses with lemon zest, green apple and jasmine aromas. A richly textured mouth feel with inviting citrus notes, stone fruit and lemon custard throughout the palate.  more

CLASSICS COLLECTION. Our first chardonnay since 2001! A lithe yet creamy texture is complemented by melon, citrus and a hint of stone fruit. Finishes with depth, length and intriguing minerality.  more