A classic Chardonnay from the Heintz Vineyard, this wine is highlighted by yellow apple and Gravenstein apple notes, with hints of musk melon, fresh cut pineapple, and tangerine layered underneath. Situated on a hilltop in a very cool part of the Russian River Valley, the vineyard enjoys a slow and methodical ripening cycle. Layered on the palate, the wine shows off with orchard fruits and zesty citrus flavors and finishes with a dusty, mineral driven sensation.
2021 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay
Reviews
94 / Wine & Spirits
The Heintz family has been farming their Occidental ranch since 1912, planting chardonnay vines in their Goldridge soils in 1980. Charles Heintz took over in 1984, and grew this fruit with the freshness of a wild spring meadow, harvesting the best aspects of an exceptional 2020 season (on the CalFire map for 2020, Occidental and the central far-coast of Sonoma are among the districts with the greatest distance from any of the fires that year). Think Queen Anne’s lace, earthy carrot top, golden apple and goldenrod. Beautiful now, this will continue to reveal its complexity over the next several years. —J.G.
93 / Wine Spectator
Distinctive and refined, with hints of white raspberry, nectarine and fig mingling with crisper notes of Meyer lemon, tangerine and lime sherbet on a bright, mouthwatering frame. Shows savory details of toasted herbs, honeycomb and a touch of sea salt on the mouthwatering finish. Drink now. —M.W.
- Alcohol
- 13.70%
- pH
- 3.23
- TA
- 0.61g/100mL
- Barrel Aging
- 13 months
- Barrel Selection
- 10% New, 40% 1 yr., 30% 2 yr., 20% 3 yr + older
When to Drink
2024-2031
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