2014 MacRostie Dutton Ranch Russian River Valley Chardonnay

14.6% alc., 399 cases, $46, screwcap. Sourced from three blocks that are foggy with Goldridge soils. Braughton on Vine Hill Road, Hansen Hill at Dutton Ranch in Graton, and Jewell Ranch also located in Graton. Whole cluster pressed, racked into French oak barrels for primary and malolactic fermentation, and aged 10 months on lees with occasional stirring. 35% of barrels were new. · Moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. Aromas of lemon pie, peach, brioche, and kelp lead to predominantly salted apple, pear, pineapple and spice flavors in a sleekly styled wine with bright acidity. Score: 90. Reviewed June 19, 2016

Winery: MacRostie Winery & Vineyards
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Chardonnay