Russian River Chardonnay
Our Russian River Valley Chardonnay
is now sourced principally from our Martaella Estate
Vineyard. We have planted heirloom clones of Chardonnay that
retain bright acidity and express beautiful floral and mineral
notes. The low-fertility soils and the cool temperatures in
this part of the Russian River Valley, unite to form an ideal place
for growing Chardonnay. The fruit was harvested at night and
then rigorously hand sorted before whole-cluster pressing.
The lively peach blossom and lemon oil aromas are followed by
equally intense flavors of yellow peach and orange peel with a nice
mineral freshness to the finish. Barrel fermentation and oak
aging for 16 months have added hints of toasted brioche, roasted
hazelnut and honey to this complex and intriguing wine.
AVAILABLE IN OUR SPRING 2013
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Awards and Accolades for Benovia Russian River Valley
Chardonnay
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One of the San Francisco Chronicle's Top 100
wines of 2009
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91 points by the Connoisseur's
Guide
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90 points by Stephen Tanzer's International
Wine Cellar