Arnot-Roberts

Watson Ranch Chardonnay 2023

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

If you like Ca Chardonnay with firm wood-warmer climate backbone structure, this probably isn’t for you. It is closer to white burgundy, which is why I buy it occasionally. It reminds me of the a leaner, less viscous, 2014/16 Domaine de la Bongran Viré-Clessé Cuvée E.J. Thevenet.

The palate is perfectly ripe; green apple, lemon/lime juicy pulp w/ zest, grapefruit with pith, tropical melon, white stone fruit, marmalade as it warms & opens up, Bosc pear w/ skin & lychees. Honey notes, but less than Viré-Clessé Cuvée E.J. Thevenet, caramel, milk froth, vanillin, dry limestone powered, toast crust, some white spice, grey volcanics, saline notes, yellow lilies, white flowers, jasmine blossoms, mixed in greens, very pleasant acidity, well; knitted, balanced, good tension, medium structure and a smarty polished 90 second finish that settles on spice and minerals. — a month ago

Tom, Paul and 13 others liked this

Tegan Marriott

I just bought a 23' trout Gulch vineyard chardonnay by them. You ever try this before?

Somm David T

Just the Watson.

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Anna Sangiacomo

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romo

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Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard Chardonnay 2022

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2022 vintage. Filled in nearly every box on the checklist. Nice balance and acidity now with a correspondingly appropriate finish. Quintessential California chardonnay. 1.23.26. — 2 months ago

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Kistler

Dutton Ranch Chardonnay 2016

Brandon Boesch

9.3

Tasting great. Big, bold, some butter, but a ton of tropical fruit, lemon, peach, some stones. Not typically my style but I’m enjoying this 9 year old version. — 4 months ago

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Martinelli

Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay 2019

Paul J

9.7

This was great!! Lovely gold color. Complex and well balanced. Could mistake for a high-end White Burg. Prime drinking window. — 5 months ago

with Brooke

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Riva Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay

Amanda Drazka

8.9

This California Chardonnay offers warm notes of butter with green apple and vanilla. It is full bodied with a long smooth finish. — 2 months ago

Patz & Hall

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Austin Blackwell

9.3

Roasted pineapple, hazelnut, and a hint of citrus delivers a rebound of acidity within a rich palate. Creamy and broad with well integrated oak. — 2 months ago

with Angelina

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The Calling Wines

Dutton Ranch Chardonnay 2023

Kristen Grimes

9.8

Cork pull from the WCO fundraising event, and definitely a good win! Classic cali chard... Apple and pear, a bit of citrus, and a good amount of oak without overpowering butteriness. The kind of chard that helped me fall in love with wine 💕 — 5 months ago

Dave, Tom and 1 other liked this

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