There is one winery that comes to mind in the Russian River Valley which epitomizes the region and models consistency, age-ability, and balance, and that’s Dehlinger.
Tom Dehlinger helped pioneer high-quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir production in the Russian River Valley when he planted a small 4 acre vineyard in 1975.
Today their wines have uncanny age-worthiness, a profound sense of place and absolutely stunning balance.
Dehlinger’s 2016 Chardonnay is a shining example of what their Estate is capable of and offers a kaleidoscope of ripe orchard fruits, mineral-laced apples, lemon oil and crushed rock.
Their 2016 Chardonnay is crafted using traditional techniques, helping to preserve the flavors and elegance of the variety. Tom Dehlinger and his cellar crew have been bottling their Chardonnays “Unfiltered” since the late 1990’s in order to capture the full flavor potential and most pleasing texture possible.
The wine spends around 12-15 months in barrel and is aged sur-lie (French for “on the lees”), which contributes greatly to the depth and richness of this beautiful Chardonnay.
If you’re searching for an iconic Russian River Valley Chardonnay that’s still realistically priced, don’t miss this one.
DEHLINGER WINERY
2016 CHARDONNAY
ESTATE BOTTLED
RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY
$42.00
From Antonio Galloni’s Vinous, “Dehlinger’s 2016 Chardonnay Estate is gorgeous. Supple and beautifully resonant, the 2016 is super-expressive today. In fact, the 2016 is one of the more harmonious, refined young vintages of this wine I can remember tasting. Orange peel, honey, chamomile and wild flower are all wonderfully delineated. This is a great example of Wente Clone Chardonnay.” 94 Points
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Customers that enjoy Dehlinger’s Estate Chardonnay, may also enjoy these two terrific Chardonnays…
THE SNITCH
2017 CHARDONNAY
by
THE PRISONER WINE CO.
$35.0
Winery Notes, “When creating our wines, we always look for fresh approaches to traditional varietals. For The Snitch, we combined Chardonnay from exceptional vineyards in warm Oak Knoll and cool-climate Carneros with just a touch of Roussanne. The result is bright and rich with an unexpected something special.
Fresh tropical fruit, apple, and pear on the nose. The palate offers richness balanced by bright acidity.”
ULISES VALDEZ
2016 CHARDONNAY
RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY
$35.00
Combining fruit from three iconic Russian River Vineyards, Lancel Creek, Campbell and Laguna, the 2016 is wonderfully detailed and complex with terrific weight that’s perfectly balanced with bright acidity.
Winery Notes: “Smooth, full-bodied, and crisp; The 2016 chardonnay fills the palate with juicy citrus fruits, honey, and hints of vanilla. The 2016 vintage is slightly brighter than the 2015 with a touch more acidity that presents a nice freshness in the wine. This wine is fermented with wild native yeast, and aged for 15 months in 100% French Oak (20% new) before being bottled unfined and unfiltered…”
