Rochioli Chardonnay Russian River Valley River Block Vineyard 2012

93 points Robert Parker: "The 2012 Chardonnay River Block is made from the Old Wente clone as well as Dijon clone 95. It offers up notes of buttered tangerine oil, lemon grass, white peach, an underlying stony character, and a fresh, full-bodied, rich mouthfeel displaying terrific texture and length. This superb Chardonnay should drink well for 6-8 years. (Dec 2013)"

92 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Apricot, slate, smoke, mint and wild flowers all flesh out in the 2012 Chardonnay River Block. Wonderfully nuanced and articulate, the 2012 impresses for its hushed, transparent, weightless personality. Bright floral and Chamomile notes wrap around the finish. This is one of the more feminine, gracious Chardonnays in the range. Drink: 2014-2020. (Feb 2014)"

92 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Pale yellow-gold. Mineral-laced citrus and orchard fruit aromas are complicated by a sexy floral nuance. Tightly wound orange and pear skin flavors deliver impressive depth and power, with no excess weight. The mineral quality dominates the finish, which features a subtle iodine flourish. (May/Jun 2014)"

91 pointsWine Spectator: "Brimming with intense fruit flavors, this offers a mix of fig, pear, honeydew melon, smoky oak and cedar notes, ending with a zesty aftertaste. Drink now through 2018. 223 cases made. (5/28/14)"

Producer notes: "This wine is a blend of three shy bearing clones of Chardonnay. Ninety percent of the wine is from the old Wente selection and 10% from Dijon clone 95. This blend is created to capture the finest expression of this site. The wine is aged on the lees for nine months and gives this wine its classic Old World character. Ripe apple, mineral, and hazelnut aromas combine with its balanced finish. It is structured for aging and will reward those with the patience to cellar this wine. The average yield in the vineyard was 3.0 tons per acre. 223 cases were produced."