by George Bato | Mar 8, 2020
DuMOL 2017 CHARDONNAY WESTER REACH RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY There is no doubt that DuMOL helped establish the Russian River Valley as a premier growing region for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. Their Chardonnays are all about balance, focus and they’re naturally...
by George Bato | Jan 19, 2020
J. ROCHIOLI VINEYARDS AND WINERY 2018 CHARDONNAY ESTATE GROWN RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY Rochioli is one of the most distinguished vineyards in North America that helped put the Russian River Valley on the map for growing and producing premium wines. The Rochioli family...
by George Bato | Aug 7, 2019
There are several key qualities we look for in the highest quality Chardonnays during our tastings. First is the color intensity, and we evaluate it for a golden hue that’s both striking and pure. Next are the aromatics, and we look to smell both complexity and...
