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2018 Paul Hobbs Richard Dinner Vineyard Chardonnay

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August 28, 2022 - $62

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RATINGS

98Jeb Dunnuck

...complex bouquet of Meyer lemons, flower oil, toasted spice, candle wax, and honeyed citrus. Rich, full-bodied, and stacked on the palate, it has loads of fruit, vibrant acidity, and a great finish.

95The Wine Advocate

...ultra perfumed with jasmine notes over white peaches, toast, crushed stones and a honey-nut undercurrent. Medium-bodied, it's silky, bright and uplifted in the mouth with loads of mineral character, seamless freshness and a long, delicate finish.

95Vinous / IWC

...floral and perfumed... Jasmine, white pepper, mint and lemon peel give the 2018 a brilliant aromatic upper register...2018 is all about lift and energy.

94James Suckling

A dense, rich chardonnay with a solid core of fruit and a pointed center palate. Full-bodied, focused and fruity... A savory and delicious wine...

92Wine Spectator

Custardy aromas are matched to apple pastry, dried apricot and pear tart flavors in this lusciously spicy style. The creamy richness extends to light buttery notes on the finish.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma County

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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.