Dunstan

Durell Vineyard Chardonnay

9.151 ratings
9.116 pro ratings
Sonoma County, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Shay A
9.1

First bottle of this was slightly corked, so another was opened to confirm...and honestly, they both had the same aromatics and very similar notes on the palate, but I will say the cork of the first one smelled tainted. I’m assuming this is just a very lean style (which would be in line with the 13% ABV)...it was very mineral driven and not big on the nose or palate. Lemon curd, limestone, slate, wild flower and medium acidity.

First bottle of this was slightly corked, so another was opened to confirm...and honestly, they both had the same aromatics and very similar notes on the palate, but I will say the cork of the first one smelled tainted. I’m assuming this is just a very lean style (which would be in line with the 13% ABV)...it was very mineral driven and not big on the nose or palate. Lemon curd, limestone, slate, wild flower and medium acidity.

Jun 25th, 2019
James Fox

Acidity is wonderful!

Acidity is wonderful!

May 25th, 2016
Liz Hale

Rich and delicious- classic Cali Chardonnay. Drink with roasted game hen.

Rich and delicious- classic Cali Chardonnay. Drink with roasted game hen.

Jul 16th, 2015
Bart Hansen - Dane Cellars

Really enjoyed this latest release from Dunstan.

Really enjoyed this latest release from Dunstan.

Apr 12th, 2015
Jake Perdie

Owner Beach & Vine Wines & Spirits

8.7

Enjoyed this boutique wine. Nice balance and a wine I would like to revisit again with food.

Enjoyed this boutique wine. Nice balance and a wine I would like to revisit again with food.

Mar 2nd, 2015
Gerich Fellermann

Sales Grassroots Wine Wholesalers

8.9

Great balance of breadth/body with acid/tension. A serious contender.

Great balance of breadth/body with acid/tension. A serious contender.

Oct 29th, 2014
Bart Hansen - Dane Cellars

Beautiful wine, the Durrell Ranch at its best. #sonomavalleywine

Beautiful wine, the Durrell Ranch at its best. #sonomavalleywine

Aug 14th, 2014
Steve Matthiasson

Owner/Winemaker Matthiasson Wines

9.4

Rich powerful Chardonnay, but not heavy at all

Rich powerful Chardonnay, but not heavy at all

Aug 7th, 2013
Kyle Ewing

#1 Chardonnay in Sonoma. Hands down!

#1 Chardonnay in Sonoma. Hands down!

Apr 11th, 2016
Rob Dennis

Worth every penny. Classic California Chardonnay with a unique flavour. Full bodied white.

Worth every penny. Classic California Chardonnay with a unique flavour. Full bodied white.

Apr 1st, 2016