2013 Martin Ray "Mill Station Vineyard" Russian River Valley Chardonnay lifted and delicate in style

lifted and delicate in style

heady texture and a long finish

as their target market is largely consumers desiring immediate gratification and restaurants seeking similar qualities

but great fruit

2013 Martin Ray "Mill Station Vineyard" Russian River Valley Chardonnay lifted and delicate in styleThe 2013 Chardonnay Mill Station Vineyard (from a subsite of the Dutton Ranch) was aged 12 months in 40% new French oak. This is a classic Russian River Chardonnay with notes of buttered citrus, orange rind and apple blossom. The wine is medium to full bodied, pure, clean and impeccably crafted. It is firm with a steely background and should age nicely for a decade or more. (RP)