Rhys Vineyards

Chardonnay 'Anderson Valley'

Chardonnay 'Anderson Valley'

Chardonnay Anderson Valley Alesia by Rhys
  • Practicing Biodynamic
  • 100% Chardonnay • Bearwallow Vineyard (Anderson Valley AVA)
  • 300′-600′ elevation. The clonal selection is Hyde, Old Wente and Dijon
  • Bearwallow-Wolfey topsoils ranging from 10-25″. Below that is Franciscan Complex, Fracture Shale, quartz and sandstone
  • Hand-harvested
  • Native yeast fermentation
  • Whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented
  • Aged 12 months in 10% new French oak and finished in stainless steel for 6 months
  • 12.8% ABV

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2018
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Anderson Valley
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle US-RHY-10-18 12/750ml

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Press & Reviews

Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2024-04-18
"An exceptionally floral and fragrant vintage of this wine, the 2018 Alesia Chardonnay Anderson Valley beams from the glass with honeysuckle, white blossom and honeyed orchard fruit aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with great finesse, leading to a bright, chalky, citrus-tinged finish."

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