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This wine is a blend from our Estate Chardonnay vineyards. The blend consists of sixty-six percent Mid 40, twenty-two percent River Block, and twelve percent South River Vineyard. It is a fine example of the unique characters from our property and the Russian River Valley. Aromas of ripe apple, tropical fruit, vanilla and a touch of spice combine with the rich apple flavors and crisp acidity. Although young now, those with the patience to cellar this wine will be rewarded.

The grapes for this wine were selected from our many different vineyard sites. It possesses the typical Rochioli character and the classic Russian River Valley charm. Aged in French oak for 15 months it displays a full body and a silky textured finish with a firm and balanced structure. The blend is seventy percent from the Sweetwater vineyard and thirty percent from distinguished sites on our property.

Forty-eight percent is from our newest planting of a very special and rare clone, forty percent is from the original Sauvignon Blanc vineyard planted in 1959, and twelve percent is from our seventeen year old hillside vineyard. Twenty-five percent of this blend is barrel fermented, which gives this wine its complexity and round texture. The balance is tank fermented to preserve its intense varietal character and firm acidity.