La Crema Russian River Chardonnay 2014
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Ripe apples, fresh blossoms, a scant touch of citrus and mildly caramelly, wholly complementary oak merge seamlessly in the nicely filled aromas and like-minded flavors of this rich and very well-crafted wine, and, while moderately full-bodied and slightly oily on entry, it shows fine acid balance and effortlessly avoids the least sensation of heaviness. Its impressions of early polish cannot be missed, but they are merely precursors of things to come, and, while we would have no qualms about enjoying this one tonight, it is a Chardonnay with the clear capacity to reward a few years of forbearance.
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Made from a several sites within the appellation, this wine is marked by full-barrel caramelization and an inviting nod to brioche. Toffee and cinnamon interweave within its rich, thick waves of texture. Tropical mango allows for a hint of fruit amidst the darker flavors.
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The winery's original name, La Crema Viñera, means "best of the vine," setting the standard for all the team has done since 1979. For more than 35 years, the family-owned and operated winery has focused exclusively on cool-climate appellations, from its original home in the Russian River Valley, to Monterey and, now, the Willamette Valley. La Crema is continually exploring these very special regions—passionate in the belief that they make uniquely expressive and elegant wines. Thorough vineyard site selection and boutique winemaking techniques ensure the consistently distinct, naturally balanced wines La Crema is committed to producing.