Chardonnay Dutton Ranch・Dutton Ranch2017

(The following is from the importer's materials) To embody the classic Russian River Valley Chardonnay, with its powerful fruitiness and richness and great acid structure, grapes from various plots, mainly in Green Valley, are blended. The refreshing aroma is faintly scented with ripe orange, apricot, herbs, and vanilla. The clear, gentle fruit blends seamlessly with fine acidity to create a dense, complex flavor. The finish is long and creamy. For more information on the producer, click here: ▼ Russian River Valley's cool western region
Located on California's North Coast, the western Russian River Valley in Sonoma is known as a world-class producer of exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Due to its proximity to the coastline, it receives a constant stream of cool ocean fog. Benefiting from California's abundant sunshine and cool climate, the region's grapes ripen fully while retaining their firm acidity. Green Valley, a separate appellation, is the first to receive fog from the Petaluma Gap, a gap in the coastal mountain ranges. This cool climate further enhances the region's Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, renowned for their rich fruit yet taut texture. However, this region was not initially recognized as a world-class wine-producing region. While the Napa Valley wine industry flourished in the 1960s, the western Russian River Valley was deemed too cool for high-quality wine production, and instead focused on growing grapes for mass-produced sparkling wine and apples. The Dutton family, who have been cultivating fruit since the 19th century, changed this unfortunate situation. Foreseeing the region's potential for wine, fourth-generation owner Warren Dutton founded Dutton Ranch and shifted the family business to grape growing. He planted the first Chardonnay vines in Green Valley, and despite not receiving support from surrounding farmers, he remained steadfast in his belief in the potential. Dutton Ranch now owns approximately 445 hectares of vineyards, primarily in the Russian River Valley, and has become one of Sonoma's leading growers, purveying wines to top wineries like Kistler. His son, Steve Dutton, and his friend, Dan Goldfield, played a part in this development.

Product name: Chardonnay Dutton Ranch

Producer: Chardonnay Dutton Ranch