Dutton Ranch Chardonnay

Celebrating the life of my father-in-law. He entrusted me with the safe keeping of his only daughter. There is no gift more precious than this in my mind.

Butterscotch, a bit herbal. Forgot about this one. Past it’s prime. Bummer.

Green Apple on the nose; limestone and toasted caramel. Sea salt and a little bit of marzipan on the palate but certainly not as savory as the ‘12 McCrea last weekend. More tropical fruit like with mango! Holding up surprisingly well with crisp acidity. Not getting any better, enjoy now!

Well that style is still fun !

Here we are with Arvin and Beverly Sodhani in their home for a fantastic experience! Starting off with this beautiful baby. Soft and elegant butterscotch and hints of vanilla. Round and elegant showing NO signs of oxidation!! Honeysuckle notes

Past it’s prime. Over ripe yellow fruit, vanilla, lacks any finish. Good wine, before.

A good bottle. Nice golden color, pineapple fruit, spicy oak, but balanced.

Wednesday Wine Committee. As always, wines are tasted blind. 1 sparkler, 2 whites, 4 reds, 1 dessert.

I pegged the varietal and producer correct here. ✔️ It had an awesome green tint in color. Almost a nuttiness characteristic that I associate with Ritchie vineyard chards, but not quite fully there. Not a butter bomb. Refined and elegant.

Bottle no. 04760 (of 22512).

You need to enjoy this with an open mind.
Most would probably say this is over the hill but personally I enjoy the "skeleton" of aged CA Chardonnays.
At age 22 there's naturally no baby fat, oak or alcohol to distract your palate but just the framework of a super solid and balanced wine.

Constant with my last notes. Paired really well with shrimp cocktail and pan seared diver scallops.