| Rating | 94 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.7% |
| Price | $26.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2019-03-05 |
Perfect For
End of Day Sipping, Pleasing A Crowd, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Albariño, Chardonnay , Chenin Blanc
Balletto Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2015 Review
There is great balance here. For fans of a little more restraint on the alcohol level this wine is a go-to in this price range. The nose welcomes with lemon, coconut and the subtlest hints of butter and pear, with a wisp of jasmine. On the palate these carry over to a broad and clean mouthfeel with soft acidity and added aromas of dill and wet rock salinity, along with a whisper of almonds and nutmeg. There is a lot going on here but with that great acidity and 13.7% alcohol everything is balanced, so you can enjoy it all and not have to deal with the hot, sweet kiss of high alcohol.
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