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2009 Aubert Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay, 1.5ltr

Removed from a professional wine storage facility

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RATINGS

96Wine Spectator

A rich yet subtle style that serves up bold fig, honeydew, apricot and savory flavors that are full-bodied and tapered, at points both silky and minerally, ending with a fabulous burst of fruit.

95The Wine Advocate

...precise and articulate, all nuance and detail...beautifully sculpted from start to finish. The wine blossoms with time in the glass, showing quite a bit of power while maintaining significant freshness. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021.

94-96Robert M. Parker Jr.

...offers up notes of lemon blossom, crushed rocks, orange marmalade, white currants and quince... ...deep, full-bodied, rich wine with laser-like precision...

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.