| Rating | 91 2020 Top 50 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $35.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2020-11-23 |
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Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Chardonnay 2017 Review
Hey guys, what’s up. So, this is how it's done. What a great American wine. It takes ideas from the past and tweaks them into balance and...it’s just excellent winemaking. A slight amount of oak, and a dash of fresh churned butter, and a whisper of coconut will mess with your nose in the best way. The palate is mineral-driven, with just the right grip before it releases you, making you think about that next sip right away. It’s also not crazy expensive. You can gift it but….
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