Valravn Chardonnay Sonoma County

Lovely Chardonnay aromatics, with Golden Delicious apple, lemon curd, almond paste and honeysuckle. Pleasantly rich in the mouth, with fresh thyme and wet stone. Vibrant. A standout California Chardonnay in this price range. 

From Valkyrie Selections website: "Grapes are hand-harvested from select vineyards - a core of Russian River fruit with cut barrel selections from our Marine Layer designated wines, including Bohemian, Heintz, Gaps Crown, Hawk Hill, and Marine Layer Estate vineyards. The Russian River component is a beautiful property with Goldridge soils on gently rolling hills planted to Dijon clone vines in 1998. The south/east exposure provides excellent drainage and the benefit of the full morning sun to temper the cool climate."