Kistler 2006 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

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94 Points Robert Parker: "The 2006 Chardonnay Dutton Ranch is structured and tannic, with more acidity, and a leaner personality than the Durell Vineyard, with a chalky character. White currant, hazelnut, and wood spice notes are present in this medium to full-bodied white."

Another impressive group of Chardonnays from Steve Kistler, these 2006s are unmistakably Burgundian in their aromatics, textures, and flavor profiles. Kistler has given up on the highly fashionable Dijon clones, relying on old California clones, primarily old Wente selections. He feels the same about Pinot Noir, using the Calera and other older California clones rather than the Dijon selections."