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2011 Ceritas Charles Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay

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Latest Sale Price

December 5, 2021 - $65

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RATINGS

92Vinous / IWC

Heady, mineral-dominated pear, Meyer lemon and anise aromas, with a smoky overtone. Juicy and precise, with excellent thrust to its ripe citrus and orchard fruit flavors. Shows intense mineral and floral notes on the finish...

91-93The Wine Advocate

...pure, steely and beautifully delineated. Lemon, pastry and white flowers all come together in this focused, totally harmonious Chardonnay. A drop dead-gorgeous wine, the 2011 is a great expression of site and vintage.

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.