{"product_id":"2018-dutton-goldfield-chardonnay-rued-vineyard-green-valley-of-russian-river-valley","title":"2018 Dutton Goldfield, Chardonnay, Rued Vineyard, Green Valley of Russian River Valley","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description-body\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis library release of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2018 Dutton Goldfield “Rued Vineyard” Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S. exclusive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that defies the typical five-year lifespan of California Chardonnay. Sourced from a \"mother\" block of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld-Wente clones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e planted by Warren Dutton in 1969, these low-yielding vines produce clusters with tiny, golden berries. While most domestic Chardonnays lose their edge after half a decade, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2018 is \"electric,\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eretaining a fresh, light green tinge reminiscent of a newly released Riesling and showing remarkable stability even 24 hours after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palate is a masterful balance of exotic fruit and sophisticated secondary notes, offering mouthwatering Meyer lemon, dried papaya, and pineapple laced with grilled cashews, brioche, and buttercream. It captures the exact intersection of Russian River Valley richness and the mineral-driven tension of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat Puligny-Montrachet or Chassagne-Montrachet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For collectors of domestic icons like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKongsgaard “The Judge,” Hanzell, or Mount Eden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Rued Vineyard occupies that same legendary clonal pantheon—yet you simply won’t find a library release from any of those peers at today’s exclusive promotional price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDutton Goldfield is a pioneer of Sonoma Coast and Russian River Valley vineyard-designates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the Rued Vineyard remains the crown jewel for local members in the know. We’ve secured the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eentire remaining winery inventory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for this campaign at an \"insane\" promotional price. Given the pedigree of the \"Rued Clone\" and the pristine freshness of this library access, this is a quintessential \"multiple pack buy\" for collectors and enthusiasts alike who value both heritage and vibrancy. When it’s gone, it’s gone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheers and taste well!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_enthusiast_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 Points, Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“From a clone once called the Chardonnay Musque selection, this wine is highly aromatic and fresh. Juicy tropical fruit and tangerine flavors remain crisp and brilliant, leading to a complex midpalate of Meyer lemon and pear. The finish is topped by lasting, lingering layers of hazelnut.” — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wineenthusiast.com\/contributor\/virginie-boone\/\"\u003eVirginie Boone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45202935218230,"sku":"SOMM2604-DGO18CHA-750","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2018_Dutton_Goldfield_Chardonnay_Rued_Vineyard_Green_Valley_of_Russian_River_Valley.png?v=1775847601","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2018-dutton-goldfield-chardonnay-rued-vineyard-green-valley-of-russian-river-valley","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}