RORICK CHARDONNAY 2017
CRUSE WINE CO.
Look beyond the attractions like Lake Tahoe and the Yosemite National Park and you'll find the Sierra Foothills has a wealth of world class vineyards. This is from Rorick Vineyard, one of the most prized vineyards for producing Chardonnay.
- Lemon rind, orange blossoms, hint of almond extract and vanilla.
- On the palate, oily and mineral with a savory finish.
- Limited quantity produced. Winemaker Michael Cruse is a rising star in the California wine scene.
- Drink now and up to 10 years after release.
- Match with a roast chicken with plenty of herbs.
Meet the maker
Cruse Wine Co.
"Born in San Francisco, Michael Cruse calls himself a “gold star Californian.” Aged 10 he moved to Petaluma and later studied biochemistry at UC Berkeley. After attending a wine science lecture by Terry Leighton, ...
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“Very distinctive, herbal, almost minty nose. Lots of interest here. Earthy, old timer, (18)49er vibe! Drink 2019 – 2023”
More details
- Product code
- 13CRRC17
- Wine type
- White
- Bottle size
- 75cl
- Origin
- U.S.A. > California > Sierra Foothills
- Producer
- Cruse Wine Co.
- Vintage
- 2017
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay
- Production
- conventional