Name: 2022 Red Car, Chardonnay, "Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard" Fort Ross - Seaview
Brand: SommSelect
SKU: SOMM2510-RCA22CHA-750
Price: 34.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Red Car, Chardonnay, "Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard"

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Red Car’s motto is “Vineyards on the Edge of the Pacific,” and they mean it. This small, ambitious team has dedicated itself to exploring the most extreme, cool-climate pockets of the West Sonoma Coast, crafting wines of incredible vibrancy and transparency. In a world of look-alike California wines, Red Car stands apart, producing site-specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that speak with a clear, distinct voice. They are not chasing ripeness or power; they are chasing terroir in its purest form, and the results are some of the most exciting, energetic wines being made in California today.

This brings us to the Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard, a site that perfectly embodies the Red Car philosophy. Perched at 1,400 feet in elevation and just five miles from the frigid Pacific, this is viticulture on the absolute fringe. The vineyard’s Old Wente clone Chardonnay vines are battered by coastal winds and shrouded in morning fog, forcing them to struggle for survival. This struggle is the wine’s secret weapon, producing a Chardonnay of breathtaking tension and energy. Winemaker Tanner Scheer masterfully channels this raw material, creating a wine that is linear and focused, with a saline minerality that feels like it was pulled directly from the nearby ocean. This is not your parents’ buttery Chardonnay; this is a modern California classic.

Why You'll Love It:

Extreme Coastal Terroir: This is a wine born of the elements. The high elevation, proximity to the ocean, and cool climate of the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA combine to create a Chardonnay with electric acidity and a profound sense of place.
A Masterclass in Modern California Chardonnay: If you think California Chardonnay is all oak and butter, this wine will change your mind. It’s all about tension, minerality, and saline freshness—a style championed by top sommeliers and reminiscent of top-tier Chablis or Burgundy.
Old Wente Clone Complexity: Sourced from the celebrated Old Wente clone, this wine offers more than just acidity. It has a silky texture and layers of crisp green apple, lemon zest, and white peach, all underscored by a crushed-stone minerality that is simply captivating.

How to Serve It

Serve at 50-55°F in a Burgundy-style glass to highlight its complex aromatics.
No decanting is necessary. This wine is thrilling from the moment you pop the cork.
The high acidity and saline character make this a dream pairing for anything from the sea. Think fresh oysters, scallop crudo, grilled branzino, or a simple goat cheese and arugula salad.

Country

United States

Region

California / Sonoma Coast

Sub-Region

Fort Ross-Seaview

Soil

Yorkville Loam

Farming

Sustainable

Blend

100% Chardonnay

Alcohol

13.5 OAK

Neutral French Oak

TEMP.

50-55°F

Glassware

Burgundy Stem

Drinking

Now - 2032+

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