Ramey 2024 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

Another great chardonnay release from the master David Ramey.  Get some while it's still available. 95 Points Wine Spectator: "Delicate but not short on detail, with crisp apple, pear and citrus flavors that expand into a complicated mix of lemon sorbet, ripe pear, kiwifruit and quince. Offers details of sesame seed and lemon thyme, with whiffs of sage and fennel seed that provide plenty of complexity on the long finish. A vibrant thread of acidity keeps the flavors fresh and in focus. Drink now through 2039." 94 Points Jeb Dunnuck:  "A bright yellow/silver-toned color, the Ramey 2024 Chardonnay Russian River Valley is attractive and floral with restraint and has a pithy chalkiness to its texture, with notes of white peach, white pepper, and youthful reduction on the nose, alongside melon rind and crushed stones. It will age well over the coming 20 years and probably be even better than the 2006. Drink 2026-2046." 94 Points James Suckling: "Pretty, elegant and sleek, offering subtle pear, citrus, toasted-almond and brown-butter accents. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced, showcasing green-apple, lemon-zest and subtle vanilla-bean flavors that linger in the finish. Drink now or hold." 93 Points Vinous: "The Ramey 2023 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) is a superb appellation-level wine. Creamy contours wrap around a core of orchard fruit, passion fruit, mint, white flowers, chalk and nutmeg. Rich and layered in the glass, with terrific brightness, the Russian River Chardonnay captures the essence of the appellation and the contemporary Ramey style. It's a total knockout." Ramey Wine Cellars directly influenced 21st century winemaking and set a new standard forwhat California could achieve. Success in launching the family’s namesake winery was not preordained. Starting from humble origins, through intellectual leadership and hands-on experience, Ramey has risen to be considered one of the iconic wineries of California.