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2017 Paul Hobbs Ellen Lane Estate Chardonnay

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January 8, 2023 - $66

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

...notions of candied ginger, lemongrass, yuzu zest and allspice with a core of green mango and pineapple plus a waft of crushed rocks. Medium to full-bodied, the palate features a truly zippy line of freshness lifting the densely packed, opulent tropical and spice layers to a very long finish. Fantastic tension!

95James Suckling

...layered and very beautiful chardonnay with nuances of cooked apples and hints of toasted oak and limes. Full-bodied...focused. Pretty finish. Shows length and balance.

94Jeb Dunnuck

...white currants, Meyer lemons, brioche, and honeysuckle all emerge from this beauty and it's silky and elegant on the palate, with fabulous balance. Rich, textured, with good acidity and length...

93Wine Spectator

Pure, crisp and well-spiced, this offers lively apple and green pear flavors, with hints of tangerine. The minerally finish displays savory richness and saline elements.

92Vinous / IWC

...bright and focused... Medium in body...attractive set of floral notes and a citrus character that is quite distinctive.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Russian River Valley

Russian River Valley AVA is named for the river that meanders from Mendocino County in the north until it finally runs into the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco. The AVA is cool thanks to its proximity to the northern California coast and the river, and grape growers must learn to deal with regular fog. Nevertheless in recent decades the AVA has become one of the best in the state, meaning that its wines often earn excellent reviews and have considerable cachet. The AVA status was awarded in 1983 and today the appellation has 15,000 vineyard acres. Chardonnay is the most widely planted grape though Pinot Noir has also been very successful in recent decades. Russian River Valley Pinot Noir are known for being rich, lush and filled with concentrated fruit and berry flavors. Russian River Pinot Noirs are today considered some of the best domestic Pinot Noirs.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.