Electrifying minerality crackles through a deep, complex texture that winds its way to an endless finish. A tour de force in Chardonnay.
Released — October 1st, 2023
150 cases produced
Tech SheetThe 2021 Chardonnay Lithology Ritchie Vineyard showed beautifully, with a floral, subtle tropical slant in its honeyed citrus, white flowers, green almond, and chalky mineral aromas and flavors. This rich, medium to full-bodied, beautiful layered, seamless Chardonnay has integrated acidity, a great mid-palate, and outstanding length.
An iconic vineyard for Russian River Valley Chardonnay, the Ritchie vineyard is planted with 40+-year-old Wente clone vines that are carefully cared for by Kent Ritchie. The age and clone cause the fruit to retain much of the natural minerality and acidity of the Russian River Valley, producing wines that are fresh and vibrant.