- Practicing Organic
- 100% Chardonnay
- Rochioli Vineyard (Russian River Valley AVA)
- The Rochioli family has grown grapes on their property since the late ‘50s over 3 generations
- Sourced from the mid-40 block (82%) and River block (18%)
- Yolo sandy loam and overwash, derived from sedimentary formation in alluvial fans
- Clonal selection: Clones 5 (planted in 1995) and 76 (1995 & 1998, and Clone 5 from the River block (planted in 1989)
- Whole cluster pressed for phenolic delicacy
- Native yeast and full native malolactic fermentation in barrel
- Sur lies bâtonnage
- Aged 20 months in 20% new French oak barrels (François Frères and Taransaud Beaune)
- Traditionally fined for clarity, but unfiltered
- 13.5% abv
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Russian River Valley
Variety:
Chardonnay
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-RAM-33-21 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2024-04-11
"Layered, elegant, vivid and mineral-driven, this full-bodied wine paints a distinct picture of one of Sonoma County's oldest, most iconic chardonnay vineyards. Stone, kiwi and crisp apple notes fill the aromas, while light accents of butter and vanilla bean highlight the vibrant green apple and lime flavors. It expands on the palate and echoes for minutes in the finish. This wine is known to age well, so drink or hold."
Vinous
Score
93
Date
2024-01-01
"The 2021 Chardonnay Rochioli Vineyard is bright and focused, but also understated in feel. Sweet floral and citrus notes give the 2021 lovely aromatic presence to match the wine's understated, mid-weight personality. Bright saline tones add energy and tension throughout. Lemon peel, white pepper and crushed rocks linger."
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2024-10-10
"The 2021 Chardonnay Rochioli Vineyard is stunning! It features dynamic, detailed aromas of Meyer lemon, chalk and candle smoke offset by deeper tones of brioche and panna cotta. The medium-bodied palate pairs pure, generous flavors with racy acidity, and it has incredible length. 774 cases produced."
Wine Spectator
Score
95
Date
2024-05-01
"Elegant and precise, there's plenty to admire in this crisp expression -- apple, lemon zest and Sumo orange notes, plus an aromatic punch of yuzu, orange blossoms and sweet grass. A quiet toasted brioche detail lingers in the background, as does a savory thread of freshly grated ginger and toasted green tea hints. Drink now through 2032. ‡M.W."