Dutton Goldfield - Russian River Valley - Chardonnay2024

WHITE WINE

Food Pairing

Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad with Basil Oil & Maldon Salt, Dungeness Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli, Grilled Chicken with Meyer Lemon & Thyme Marinade, Humboldt Fog and Mt. Tam cheeses.

Tasting notes

This Chardonnay is lively and opens with aromas of Bartlett pear, lemon blossom, and white peach, followed by layers of lemon bar, toasted brioche, and crushed seashell. The palate is driven by vibrant acidity, with a clean minerality and a subtle creamy finish.

Vinefication

Fermentation: 100% barrel fermented for added texture and depth
ML: 100% Malolactic fermentation which softens the wine & adds creaminess,
Lees Stirring: Stirred twice a month through winter for richness and body
Aging Details: Aged in 100% French oak barrels (30% new) for about 10 months

Vineyard

The Russian River Valley is a benchmark appellation for cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in California. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, consistent morning fog, and well-drained Goldridge soils make it ideal for producing wines with freshness, texture, and site expression. Our owner, Steve Dutton, is part of a family-farming legacy that dates back six generations that planted one of the first Chardonnay vineyards here in 1964 and has since become one of Sonoma County’s most respected farming families. This wine is meant to highlight the best, typicity and approachability of the Russian River Valley offering both stylistic flexibility and strong value. Crafted with the by-the-glass market in mind, this Russian River Valley Chardonnay offers a fresh, zippy profile that over delivers on quality while remaining delicious and easy to enjoy.