2019 Rochioli-Allen Vineyards Chardonnay
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Appellation
Russian River Valley
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Tasting Notes
Beautifully layered aromas flirt with Old World restraint and New World vibrance, exhibiting hints of white flowers, Jasmine tea, lemon rind and fleshy white peach. The ripe, yet mineral-driven palate possesses excellent depth, opulence and persistence, exuding flavors of toasted hazelnut, exotic spices, honey and matchstick. Bright acidity and lots of dry extract yield a full-bodied, satiny, chiseled wine that is built to age.
Vineyard Notes
The grapes for this outstanding Chardonnay come from two different blocks within the Allen Vineyard, planted just to the south of the Rochioli Vineyard. The diverse soil types and unique microclimates of this site provides ideal conditions for Chardonnay. Each clone and fi eld selection were chosen to take advantage of specific soil type, elevation and exposure to the sun, generating wines that are vibrant and powerful, yet delicate and balanced. Some of the oldest vines have been nurtured by three generations of the Rochioli family. This blend is composed of clones 15 and 76 from two blocks at the Allen Vineyard.
