Rutherford Ranch
Reserve
Chardonnay
Carneros
2019
- Appellation: Carneros
- Aging: 10 Months in French Oak
- Alcohol: 14.5%
Vineyard Notes
The 2019 growing season, began with heavy rains which enriched the soil with an abundance of nutrients. Fruit set was on course during the spring, just in time for the brief heat spike in June and remaining summer warm weather. Harvest began in mid-August where only the finest fruit was harvested.
Food Pairing Notes
Pair this Chardonnay with dishes as diverse as pan seared halibut with a beurre blanc sauce, carbonara or Thai green curry with spring vegetables.
Production Notes
Layered and complex with balance between roundness and crisp acidity. This delicate wine has flavors of baked green apple tart and tropical fruit that flow through the mouth, finishing with caramel, lemon zest and toasty oak.
Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 85% new oak.
