Producer notes: "Sitting high above the western edge of the Green Valley boundary, the Heintz Vineyard enjoys nice, warm days often above the fog line. As a consequence of its exposure, the wines tend to run the gamut of aromas, from tropical to melon to apple notes. The slow ripening process helps to preserve the acidity while developing great structure. Notes of soil-inflected powdery minerals are apparent on the finish, owing to the terrific Goldridge soils in which these vines are grown. Barrel aged 13 months in 25% new, 25% 1-year, 25% 2-year, and 25% 3+ year oak. Optimal Drinking Window: 2023-2030. Alcohol 14.3%."
Not yet reviewed; 2019 vintage rated 95+ points by Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2019 Chardonnay Heintz Vineyard offers exuberant spices on the nose with a core of lush, floral-laced peach fruit. Medium-bodied and satiny, the palate is dynamic, expanding from a precise mineral beginning to a broad, open, toasty finish. It's uplifted and pure and hints at more to come with time in bottle. 425 cases produced. Drink: 2020-2030."
Product SKU | 703677 |
Producer | Williams-Selyem |
Country | United States |
Region | California |
SubRegion | Sonoma County |
Appellation | Russian River Valley |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2020 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | White |
ABV | 14.3% |
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