CHEV 2019 Chardonnay Russian River Valley joseph drouhin 30–50% reserve wines add complexity

30–50% reserve wines add complexity and consistency

mineral-rich soils force the vines to dig deep

yet outstanding

and white flowers

Complex and elegant

CHEV 2019 Chardonnay Russian River Valley joseph drouhin 30–50% reserve wines add complexityBRIGHT, LUSCIOUS AROMAS THAT LEAVE YOU WITH A CERTAIN SENSE. Fermentation: 9% Concrete Egg 16% Concrete Amphora 25% new French oak 50% once filled French oak Time in barrel: 14 months 20% new French oak 28% used French oak 10 months aged in Concrete Egg and Amphora then split evenly between used French oak and stainless steel. Nose: Bartlett pear, apricot tart, orange blossoms and crushed slate. Mouth: Fresh papaya, spiced apricot, and light crme