Dutton-Goldfield Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2022
Dutton-Goldfield's 2022 Chardonnay opens with a captivating bouquet of orange blossom and dried apricot, layered with melon, nectarine, and stone fruit aromatics. On the palate, pear and citrus dance with subtle spice and butterscotch notes, delivering surprising creaminess without residual sugar. The finish reveals bright lemon zest and bracing minerality characteristic of the Sonoma Coast terroir—a profile that pairs beautifully with shellfish and coastal cuisine. A sophisticated expression of Russian River Valley Chardonnay.
| Wine Spectator: 91 |
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| Succulent quince, fig and peach flavors are generous and round, with touches of sweet cream and butterscotch, while mouthwatering acidity at the core highlights the notes of lemon curd, orange zest and papaya. Harmonious and complex on the finish. Drink now. 2,500 cases made. |
| Wine Advocate: 92 |
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| The 2022 Chardonnay Dutton Ranch comes from more than 30-year-old vines at different Dutton Ranch vineyards, including Mill Station and Walker Hill. Barrel-fermented and matured for 10 months in 40% new French oak, it bursts from the glass with expressive scents of ripe apples, green papaya, jasmine and pie crust. The medium-bodied palate offers a seamless balance of creamy, mouth-coating flavors and bright, juicy acidity, and it has a long, gently flinty finish. |
| James Suckling: 92 |
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| Good, bright acidity adds nice balance to this harmonious, buttery-tasting wine from a longtime outstanding winemaker. Golden apple, vanilla bean and tangy citrus flavors make an appetizing blend, while a full body gives a satisfying mouthfeel. |