2016 Williams Selyem Chardonnay Drake Estate Vineyard
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Made using about 20% new oak, the 2016 Chardonnay Drake Estate Vineyard is restrained on the nose, slowly giving up aromas of cheese rind, toast, crème fraîche, Meyer lemon and red apple peel. Medium-bodied, the palate is giving up more at this stage, with white peach and nutty touches, a creamy texture and juicy acidity, finishing lifted. 383 cases produced.
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An elegantly structured medium-bodied white, this shows crisp green-apple and steel flavors, with subtle oak tones. Elements of Meyer lemon and melon add context and complementary flavor to a lengthy, succulent finish. — Virginie Boone
About the producer
Williams Selyem is an iconic Russian River Valley winery best known for its Pinot Noir. Producing restrained yet classically Californian expressions of the heartbreak grape (as well as a host of other wines), the property has gone from pioneer to one of the region’s standard-bearers.