Russian River West Chardonnay 2015

Davis Bynum

Russian River West Chardonnay
2015

Country
United States
Regulated designation
American Viticultural Areas (AVA)
Region
California
Subregion
Sonoma, Russian River
Varietal(s)
Chardonnay 100 %
Alcohol percentage
14.5%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
PH
3.24
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About this winery

Davis Bynum is distinguished as the first winery to produce a single vineyard pinot noir from the Russian River Valley. The vintage was 1973 and the grapes were from Joe Rochioli's now prized vineyard. Today, more than thirty years later, the heritage of Davis Bynum lives on through the hand crafted creation of single vineyard pinot noir and chardonnay grown exclusively in Russian River Valley.

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Production notes

Our single vineyard River West Chardonnay gains its structure from its bright citrusy acidity, a defining characteristic that we temper with fermentation in French oak barrels, 100% malolactic fermentation, and sur-lie aging with plenty of bâtonnage.

Tasting notes

The 2015 Davis Bynum Chardonnay has beautiful aromas of baked Fuji apples, lemon custard and white flowers. On the palate the wine opens up with toasty brioche, hazelnut and baking spices, with a lush finish that is balanced with acidity and a rich creaminess. Enjoy this Chardonnay with creamy cheeses, vegetable risotto or grilled halibut.

Press reviews

Wine Enthusiast

- 92 points -

January 2018

''From an estate site alongside Westside Road, this impressive white shines in full-bodied nutty oak and a slight element of reduction that adds rather than detracts. Exotic in salty tangerine, peach and stone, it lingers in lasting oak spice.''

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