2021 Jax Dutton Ranch Chardonnay

2021 Jax Dutton Ranch Chardonnay
The Craft
The berries were firm at harvest and therefore vivid, deep flavors, great acidity and excellent freshness. The wines will be very pure, with strong specific vineyard signatures. But moderate weather prevailed throughout summer. The lack of heat waves kept sugar levels and phenolic maturity in sync. Ripening progressed slowly and predictably. Winemaker Kirk Venge ages this wine in 30% new French oak over a period of 10 months, allowing the fruit’s characteristics to shine. The beautiful concentration of fruit flavors take on the richness from the French oak barrels while the wine’s balanced acidity maintains a crisp, bright palate. This wine is bottled unfiltered and unfined and will cellar till 2026 and beyond.Tasting Notes
The palate delivers delicate crisp green apple, poached pear, and lemon custard flavors. While ready to enjoy now, this wine’s acidity and minerality will engender continued complexity throughout the next decade.Vintage | 2021 |
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Varietal | 100% Chardonnay |
Varietal Composition | 100% Chardonnay |
Appellation | Russian River Valley |
Barrel Aging | 30% New French Oak |
Alcohol % | 14.2 |
Size | 750 ml |