Valravn Chardonnay 2023 – Sonoma County California White Wine (750ml)

From the Winemaker:

There is an overall sense of freshness and tension, with a luscious fruit core. Lemon chiffon, kiwi, pear, and citrus blossom notes evolve, along with some brioche and marzipan accents. The wine is rich and persistent while remaining zippy and focused.

Grapes are hand-harvested from select vineyards - a core of Russian River Valley fruit with cut barrel selections from our Marine Layer designated wines (all Sonoma Coast), including Bohemian, Heintz, Gaps Crown, Hawk Hill, and MLV Estate vineyards.

Wild yeast primary fermentation occurred in barrel (80% French oak) and stainless steel tank. This was followed by malolactic fermentation which was completed for depth and richness to the otherwise crisp, high acid wine. The wine then aged for ten months in French oak barrels (20% new - Damy, Cavin, and Tremeaux) with monthly batonnage.

91 Points Vinous

“The 2023 Chardonnay is fabulous. Rich, creamy and layered, the 2023 is a hugely overachieving, delicious offering from Valravn. Tangerine peel, white flowers, spice and a kiss of French oak fill out the layers effortlessly. Readers will have a very hard time finding a better value.“- V