2012 Scherrer Helfer Vineyard Russian River Valley Chardonnay

14.5% alc., 117 cases, $48. Released November 2014. This densely planted vineyard is located in the Vine Hill area. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Clean and fresh, with inviting aromas of lemon curd, nectarine and buttery brioche. Vibrant, complex and flavorful, featuring tastes of lemon, yellow peach, apple, caramel, toast and spice. A quintessential Russian River Valley Chardonnay that offers plenty of fruit goodness, but is not overblown or weighty. Score: 93. Reviewed November 22, 2015

Winery: Scherrer Winery
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