Reviews & Ratings

2010 Patz & Hall Winery Chardonnay "Dutton Ranch"

Winery: Patz & Hall Winery

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Dutton Ranch"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $42

Cases produced: 6,263

KWG Score: 90.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: July 2, 2012

Wine Review: This yellow colored Chardonnay opens with a fragrant mild pear and pineapple bouquet with hints of banana and mild oak. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied and slightly acidic. The flavor profile is a mild lemon with notes of new oak and hints of Bosc pear and gentle minerality. The finish is dry and lingers nicely. The panel really enjoyed this Chard and suggested pairing it with shrimp scampi. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: With a long, cool summer that promoted even ripening and ample hangtime, the 2010 growing season proved excellent for Burgundian varietals. In broad strokes, there is beautiful freshness to this wine, with clearly delineated vineyard character. At the same time, the modest crop size in 2010 has contributed to amazing concentration, spotlighting notes of spiced tropical peach, pear, honeydew, clove and narcissus. The mid-palate is vibrant and bright, combining delicate, mouthwatering acidity with rich fruit, all surrounded by subtle, oak-inspired notes of cinnamon, spiced toffee and roasted almonds.

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