2014 Ramey Wine Cellars Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Izway Wines South South West exposure

South South West exposure

Always a grand capacity to age before attaining its peak after 5 or even 10 years of cellar time

86% Cabernet Sauvignon

The name of the wine

persistent finish

2014 Ramey Wine Cellars Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Izway Wines South South West exposure2014 was another classic vintage. A mild winter and spring caused an early bud break followed by consistent temperatures throughout the summer promoting even ripening. We had ample hang time which in turn yielded distinct varietal character with a smooth, rich texture. Ritchie Vineyard is widely spaced, as was the fashion in the early 70s. These old vines with their gnarly trunks produce tiny quantities of grapes per vine. The benchland soil is