Amici Cellars
Windsor Ridge Chardonnay
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Amici Cellars — Windsor Ridge Chardonnay 2021 — Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California. United States 🇺🇸
Overview:
A milestone vintage marking Amici Cellars’ 30th harvest, this estate Chardonnay sourced from the eastern ridges of the Russian River Valley showcases craftsmanship, energy, and precision. Crafted entirely from Chardonnay, the wine is barrel-fermented with native yeast, undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation, and is aged 14 months in French oak — a technical regimen that builds layered texture while preserving freshness and site expression.
Aromas & Flavors:
Crisp green apple, lemon oil, vanilla bean, grilled pineapple, roasted hazelnut, white florals, and subtle mineral lift.
Mouthfeel:
Textured and layered with vibrant acidity, polished oak integration, and excellent structural clarity. The palate flows seamlessly into a long, mineral-driven finish that feels energetic, focused, and refined rather than heavy.
Food Pairings:
Butter-poached lobster, roast chicken with herbs, seared scallops, creamy risotto, grilled vegetables, aged Comté or Gruyère.
Personal Pick:
Having worked with the Amici team during a special summer program, this wine holds extra meaning for me — the precision and care behind this Chardonnay truly show in the glass. It’s a beautiful example of how technical discipline can translate directly into elegance and drinkability.
Verdict:
A sophisticated, site-driven Russian River Chardonnay delivering depth, finesse, and age-worthy structure. A benchmark expression of modern California craftsmanship.
🍷 Did You Know?:
Native-yeast barrel fermentation combined with full malolactic fermentation enhances texture, aromatic complexity, and mouthfeel while allowing vineyard character to remain clearly expressed when handled with restraint.
Amici Cellars — Windsor Ridge Chardonnay 2021 — Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California. United States 🇺🇸
Overview:
A milestone vintage marking Amici Cellars’ 30th harvest, this estate Chardonnay sourced from the eastern ridges of the Russian River Valley showcases craftsmanship, energy, and precision. Crafted entirely from Chardonnay, the wine is barrel-fermented with native yeast, undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation, and is aged 14 months in French oak — a technical regimen that builds layered texture while preserving freshness and site expression.
Aromas & Flavors:
Crisp green apple, lemon oil, vanilla bean, grilled pineapple, roasted hazelnut, white florals, and subtle mineral lift.
Mouthfeel:
Textured and layered with vibrant acidity, polished oak integration, and excellent structural clarity. The palate flows seamlessly into a long, mineral-driven finish that feels energetic, focused, and refined rather than heavy.
Food Pairings:
Butter-poached lobster, roast chicken with herbs, seared scallops, creamy risotto, grilled vegetables, aged Comté or Gruyère.
Personal Pick:
Having worked with the Amici team during a special summer program, this wine holds extra meaning for me — the precision and care behind this Chardonnay truly show in the glass. It’s a beautiful example of how technical discipline can translate directly into elegance and drinkability.
Verdict:
A sophisticated, site-driven Russian River Chardonnay delivering depth, finesse, and age-worthy structure. A benchmark expression of modern California craftsmanship.
🍷 Did You Know?:
Native-yeast barrel fermentation combined with full malolactic fermentation enhances texture, aromatic complexity, and mouthfeel while allowing vineyard character to remain clearly expressed when handled with restraint.