2014 Ramey Wine Cellars Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Izway Wines though less oïdium

though less oïdium

the wine is then racked and aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 5 to 6 years

In 2018 we had a very rainy spring mainly in the months of March and April

persistent finish

The name of the wine

2014 Ramey Wine Cellars Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Izway Wines though less oïdium2014 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