Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard Chardonnay 2014

95 Points - Limited                            New release of one of our favorite Russian River Chardonnays! 95 Points Wine Enthusiast:  "Rued Ranch consistently is the winery's top bottling.  The 2014, like its predecessors, is modest in alcohol but vast in citrus, tropical fruit, honeysuckle and mineral flavors, and enriched with smoky oak and buttery notes. It has a delicate mouthfeel that makes it a joy to savor." Only 571 cases produced. 96 points/Gold ~ North Coast Wine Competition Warren Dutton planted this Chardonnay vineyard on an east-facing hillside west of the town of Graton in 1969. The clone planted in the vineyard, which produces exceptionally exotic, highly identifiable fruit, has since been propagated across California and is now referred to as the "Rued Clone." This vineyard's old vines produce clusters with tiny golden translucent berries with incredibly enticing flavors, floral aromatics and tropical freshness.

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