Reviews & Ratings

2012 J Vineyards Chardonnay "Russian River Valley"

Winery: J Vineyards

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Russian River Valley"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $28

Cases produced: 8,400

KWG Score: 89 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: September 1, 2014

Wine Review: This pale straw colored Chardonnay opens with a musty mild apple bouquet with a faint hint of oak. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and savory. The flavor profile is a mild butterscotch and pear blend with notes of integrated oak. I also detected a hint of minerality and bit of apple in the background. The finish is dry and flavors linger nicely. This Chardonnay would pair well with lobster bisque. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The 2012 J Russian River Valley Chardonnay is a racy, succulent wine with ripe aromas of pear and vanilla delight the nose. A spicy minerality and crisp acidity balance the flavors of vibrant Mandarin orange and lemon zest in the mouth. This is a versatile, succulent food wine, pairing well with a pan seared halibut in beurre blanc sauce. A simple butter and lemon caper sauce served over shrimp scampi is another delicious pairing.

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