Shipping to CT
Red WineWhite WineRosé WineSparkling WineMixed Wine$30+$20-$30$15-$20TrioSixTwelveWines of the Year MixReds of the Year5-Star Reds FifteenBoutique Bordeaux DozenView AllBROWSE ALL MIXED CASESRed WineWhite WineRosé WineChampagne & SparklingDessert WineArgentinaAustraliaChileFranceItalyNew ZealandPortugalSouth AfricaSpainUSABordeauxBurgundyCaliforniaLoire ValleyMendozaPiedmontProseccoRhôneRiojaTuscanyVenetoCabernet SauvignonChardonnayMalbecMerlotMontepulcianoMoscatoPinot GrigioPinot NoirRieslingSauvignon BlancSyrah/ShirazZinfandelSOMM TV CollectionsLow AlcoholFine Wines90 Point WineDry Red WineAward Winning Red WinesAward Winning White WinesBordeaux Red Wine Gift SetItaly Lovers Gift BoxTop Rated Red WinesTop Rated White WinesBiodynamicOrganic GrapesVeganVegetarianBROWSE ALL WINESClassic Red & White WinesClassic Red WinesPremium Red WinesHolidaysBirthdayThank YouAnniversaryWeddingCorporate GiftingThe Gracious HostFriends & NeighborsColleaguesCouplesBoutique Bubbly SixWine & Cheese Lovers' Gift SetBest-Selling Reds SixBest-Selling Whites SixDartington DecanterSlate Cheese BoardCrystal Champagne FlutesRechargeable CorkscrewFrench-Style Steak KnivesWine Gift BagsBROWSE ALL GIFTSWine Temperature Serving Guide8 Reasons Why Wine Is the Perfect GiftRed Wine vs White WineWine Longevity After OpeningUnderstanding Wine AcidityTypes of Wine GlassesView AllGift Ideas For Wine LoversBest Holiday WineHow to Choose the Best WineWine Gifts Every Wine Lover Will AdoreAre Wine Clubs Worth It?Wine Club BenefitsTurkey and Wine PairingBest Wine with HamPairing Wine with ChickenBest Wine with PastaChoosing Wine for DessertsView AllSOMM TV Collections2025 Wine Advent CalendarNY Jets Uncorked Legacy WinePride Blend: Support the American LGBTQ+ MuseumView AllBROWSE ALL ARTICLES
  • Home
  • All wines
  • River Rock Chardonnay

River Rock Chardonnay 2016

Loading...
River Rock Chardonnay 2016
Award-winning winemaker Matt Praetzel sourced the grapes for this smooth, oak-aged Chardonnay from one of the Russian River Valley’s top estates (whose wines regularly win 90+ point scores). A vibrant, orchard-fruited taste of the great 2016 vintage.
We're sorry, this wine is sold out.

But don't worry, you'll find plenty more handpicked wines here.

Wine Details

Beyond the Label

Award-winning winemaker Matt Praetzel has connections all throughout California’s Sonoma County (including the premium Russian River Valley sub-region). He recently got a call from one of the Russian River Valley’s top estates, who regularly win 90+ Wine Advocate points for their Chardonnay.

The estate had an extra parcel of Chardonnay in need of a good home, and knowing the quality of their fruit, Matt took the lot. The only condition? That he keep the estate’s name secret to protect their high-price reputation.

Back at his winery, Matt treated the Chardonnay grapes to kid-glove care. A gentle pressing preserved all the ripe-fruited charm of the Russian River Valley’s stellar 2016 vintage, and yielded layers of vibrant yellow plum and golden apple flavors. Light aging in fine oak imparted the opulent mouthfeel and delicate hints of vanilla spice.

This smooth Chardonnay will make a stylish aperitif, or a tasty partner for grilled chicken, pork, or other savory white meats. Order today for your taste of California sunshine.

Award-winning winemaker Matt Praetzel has connections all throughout California’s Sonoma County (including the premium Russian River Valley sub-region). He recently got a call from one of the Russian River Valley’s top estates, who regularly win 90+ Wine Advocate points for their Chardonnay.

The estate had an extra parcel of Chardonnay in need of a good home, and knowing the quality of their fruit, Matt took the lot. The only condition? That he keep the estate’s name secret to protect their high-price reputation.

Back at his winery, Matt treated the Chardonnay grapes to kid-glove care. A gentle pressing preserved all the ripe-fruited charm of the Russian River Valley’s stellar 2016 vintage, and yielded layers of vibrant yellow plum and golden apple flavors. Light aging in fine oak imparted the opulent mouthfeel and delicate hints of vanilla spice.

This smooth Chardonnay will make a stylish aperitif, or a tasty partner for grilled chicken, pork, or other savory white meats. Order today for your taste of California sunshine.

You Might Like

Loading...