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2014 Rochioli "Sweetwater Vineyard" Russian River Valley Chardonnay

SKU #1301184 96 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Outer quote mark The 2014 Chardonnay Sweet Water, which again is from old Wente, is one of the fullest of the wines, with terrific fruit intensity, crisp acids, and a full-bodied nose of white peach, pineapple, honeysuckle, caramelized citrus and delicate oak. All of these single vineyard wines see one-third to 40% new oak, but none of it is noticeable in the wines. (RP) Inner quote mark (3/2016)

96 points Wine Enthusiast

Outer quote mark A waft of smoky char and toasty oak provide a rich foundation and compelling entry into this one-acre vineyard-designate from the historic grower, before unleashing, slowly, a torrent of melon and fresh-cut apple with a length of intriguing nutmeg and cardamom. Medium-bodied and lush, it will remain on your palate memory a long time. (VB) Inner quote mark (10/2016)

95 points Vinous

Outer quote mark The 2014 Chardonnay Sweetwater is the most aromatically expressive of the Chardonnays in the lineup. White flowers, white pepper, mint and orchard fruit are some of the signatures. This crystalline, deeply satisfying Chardonnay will offer fabulous drinking over the next handful of years. (AG) Inner quote mark (2/2016)

90 points Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark Brimming with zesty vitality, from the initial burst of citrus-infused green apple to the honeydew, tangerine and nectarine flavors, this maintains a juicy profile throughout. (JL) Inner quote mark (7/2016)

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2014 Rochioli "Sweetwater Vineyard" Russian River Valley Chardonnay

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Chardonnay

- It's hard to believe that up until about 30 years ago, this extremely popular varietal hid behind the veil of geographical names like Chablis and Puligny-Montrachet. Now grown all over the world and bottled by its varietal name, Chardonnay has achieved a level of branding unlike any other wine. Surprisingly, though, what you get when you buy Chardonnay can differ greatly from country to country and even within one country, depending on the climate where it's grown and how it is vinified and aged. From fresh, crisp and minerally with apple and lemon notes to rich and buttery with tropical fruit overtones, Chardonnay runs the gamut. In France's Burgundy, Chardonnay is the source of the prized wines of Chablis, Corton-Charlemagne, Mâcon, Meursault and Montrachet. It also the foundation of exceptional Champagne, where it is blended with Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier or vinified on its own into Blanc de Blancs. It is also extremely popular in California, and is gaining popularity in Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Spain and South Africa.

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United States

- When people consider domestic wine, they normally think about the state of California. The fine viticultural Region within California, including the Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Cruz Mountains, Mendocino and Santa Barbara, are capable of growing grapes of world-class quality. But there's plenty of fabulous wine coming from other states, too. Oregon, Washington and New York are also causing eyebrows (and glassware) to be raised around the world.

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California

- With the explosive growth that California's wine industry has seen the past several years, it's easy to view winemaking and grape growing in the Golden State as a recent phenomenon. And while it's true that California's viticultural history is brief compared to several European countries, this state's roots date back well over 200 years. Due to the enormous response to California wine within the United States and worldwide, there are thousands of excellent and diverse wines being produced within the state each year.

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Alexander Valley/Russian River

- Among Sonoma County's northernmost appellations, the Alexander Valley AVA acts as a gateway to neighboring Napa to the east and Mendocino to the north. It is a sprawling appellation, with pockets of distinct microclimates and soils, and as such, is home to a variety of wine grapes and styles. Nearly everything grows in the Alexander Valley, though Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are the most widely planted grapes. The Russian River Valley lies to the south of Alexander Valley, and is marked by much cooler temperatures and frequently heavy fog. The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown here are some of the state's finest and most sought-after. Aromatic whites like Gewürztraminer and Riesling can also be successful, and sparkling wine production has a long history in the area.