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Aromas of Gala apple, nectarine, toasted hazelnut and lemon peel drive the nose of this acid-forward Chardonnay. The palate gives rich, pithy texture and sunny flavors of tart pineapple and citrus blossom, with salty lemon lingering on the finish. 

Winemaker Notes

Our River West Vineyard Chardonnay features enticing aromas of lemon curd, apple pie and graham cracker, along with avors of baked golden apple and pie crust. The sweet honeysuckle avors weave together with a layer of toasted hazelnut, balance by oak aging and bright acidity. Enjoy this Chardonnay with a variety of salty cheeses, butternut squash ravioli, grilled pork chops or creamy soups.

About the Winery

Born from a passion for hard work and testing limits, a love of place – Russian River Valley – and enthusiasm for all things wine, Davis Bynum wines are a living legacy to their namesake – a true pioneer and champion of the Russian River Valley. Drawing on our 50 years of experience capturing the essence of the Russian River Valley we craft award-winning Chardonnay from River West Vineyard that tell the story of the land we love. This passion for the land is at the core of winemaker Greg Morthole’s “Let the Land Speak” approach to winemaking. His intentionality and imagination continue the quality-driven approach of Davis Bynum and the commitment to the pursuit of excellence, quality, and consistency in
all that we do. We believe great wine comes from great grapes and together we invite you to share our passion for letting the land speak.