2023 Reserve Russian River Valley Chardonnay
Luscious with ripe flavors
$45
Retail
$36
About the Wine
JUSTIN’s history with Chardonnay is long-standing and storied, as the chardonnay fruit was among the first grape varieties planted on our original estate in Paso Robles in 1981. Embark on a sensory journey with the 2023 Chardonnay from the esteemed Russian River Valley. This limited-production Reserve Chardonnay, crafted with the finest grapes, draws on the legacy rooted at our Paso Robles estate while simultaneously adding a new angle to the variety. The result? A luscious, full-bodied Chardonnay that delights the palate with delicate notes of ripe apple and Anjou pear. With a long and dry finish, this is a wine that is as rich as it is vibrant.
Tasting Notes
Body
Appearance
Straw colored with gold highlights and slow-forming, light tears.
Aroma
Aromatic lemon rind, tart citrus, and delicate jasmine blossom, with bitter almond and wet- stone minerality.
Palate
Medium-bodied and dry on entry, with ripe pineapple, Bartlett pear, and lemon curd. The midpalate follows with honeydew melon, complemented by herbal notes of tarragon and fennel. The finish is elegant and fresh, with flavors of Granny Smith apple and bright, lingering acidity.
Key Features
Appellation
Central Coast
Fermentation
Whole cluster pressed, and barrel fermented in 100% French oak
Alcohol
14.7%
Maturation
Barrel aged, sur lie, for 14 months in 35% new French oak
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
White Fish
The 2023 JUSTIN Reserve Chardonnay is a wine that pairs best with rich dishes that can match its luxurious mouthfeel and generous notes of fruit and spice. Enjoy this wine with butter poached filet of halibut, finished with a squeeze of Meyer lemon over the top or with creamy cheeses such as La Tur or Humboldt Fog for the perfect pairing.
