"A bit lighter in gait than either of its two mates and a wine that hews more to elegance than to conspicuous ripeness and big fruit, Benovia’s Russian River Valley appellation bottling is a firmly balanced, medium-full-bodied working whose likeable mix of golden apples and peaches is highlighted by wispy notes of sweet blossoms and a faint minerally presence. It is neither bold nor understated and finds a comfortable place mid-way between, and. while it does not demand additional age, it is balanced to reward a few years of keeping." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"This 2018 Russian River Valley Chardonnay is bursting with aromas of sun-ripened Golden Delicious Apple, poached pear and marzipan. The nose is filled with dried apricot and white peach, knit together by balanced acidity and a long-complex finish.  Barrel fermentation and oak aging for 13 months have added hints of toasted almond, and spice cake to a subtle minerality on the finish."