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2018 Rivers-Marie B. Thieriot Vineyard Chardonnay

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March 3, 2024 - $61

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RATINGS

97Jeb Dunnuck

...just across the street from the Summa Vineyard, in sight of the Pacific Ocean. Apple blossom, salty minerality, white flowers, lemon blossom, and ample spice notes define the bouquet, and it's a tight, racy, yet concentrated Chardonnay with stunning purity of fruit as well as length on the finish. It's up with the top Chardonnay in the vintage...

95Vinous / IWC

...captivating wine that captures all of the energy this site is so well-known for, but without the austerity that is sometimes found in Thieriot Chardonnays. Citrus confit, mint, chamomile, almond and ripe orchard fruit abound. Deep in color and super-intense, the 2018 is positively stellar.

93The Wine Advocate

...offers aromas of warm apples, banana chip, sweet spices and almond. Medium-bodied, it's silky in the mouth, fresh and bright, fleshing out to spicy, nutty fruits on the long finish...

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.