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2017 Rivers-Marie Joy Road Vineyard Chardonnay

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Latest Sale Price

August 21, 2022 - $51

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RATINGS

94Jeb Dunnuck

...clean, mineral, white flower, white peach, and orange blossom-scented bouquet as well as medium body, bright acidity, a touch of salinity, and just a classy, balanced, layered style that’s a joy to drink.

92The Wine Advocate

...notes of saline, crushed shell and toast with lime pith, green apple, sliced hazelnut and baker's yeast—precise and clean. Light to medium-bodied, it's rounded and fresh with floral-laced tree fruits, mineral notions and tangy acidity on the long finish.

92Vinous / IWC

...soft, supple and viscous...striking nuance and textural raciness. Apricot, peach, yellow flowers, chamomile and lightly honeyed notes all grace this soft, open-knit Chardonnay.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast AVA runs from San Pablo Bay in the south to Mendocino County in the north. It includes 7,000 vineyard acres and earned AVA status in 1987. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean means it gets double the rainfall of nearby inland appellations and the ocean gives the appellation a relatively cool climate. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can thrive in these conditions, and there are numerous producers making critically acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

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.