Martin Ray Green Valley Mill Station Chardonnay 2016

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Varietal

Region

Producer

Vintage
2016

Size
750ML

ABV
13.8%

Features
Screw Cap

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Somm Note

Winemaker Notes

This delicious Chardonnay exudes beautiful notes of key lime, mandarin, vanilla crème custardand aromatic jasmine, on a foundation of fresh Granny Smith apple, subtle wildflower honeyand vanilla with hints of lemongrass. Well-integrated French oak and balanced acidity leavesthe mouthfeel satiny and generous with honed edges.

Professional Ratings

  • 95
    A white with deep aromas of cooked apples and lemons, as well as hints of tropical fruit that follow through to a full body. A dense and fruity palate. Yet, tight and focused. A flavorful and linear finish. One for the cellar but so good now. Drink or hold.
  • 90
    The 2016 Chardonnay Green Valley of Russian River Valley is subtly scented of white peaches, lime blossoms and sliced apples with touches of poached pears and nutmeg. The palate is medium-bodied with a pleasant savory/yeasty character in the mouth and appealing purity, finishing with great freshness.

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  • 92 James
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Martin Ray, California
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The name Martin Ray resonates deeply in the history of California Winemaking. Martin Ray was a pioneer, dedicated to crafting single varietal, region specific wine from 1943 through 1972 in Saratoga, in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Mentored by Paul Masson, he took a Burgundian approach to his winemaking, and developed what is now one of the most historical properties in California, known as Mount Eden.Nearly twenty years later, Courtney Benham stumbled upon 1500 cases of Martin Ray wine in a San Jose warehouse. Recognizing his good fortune, and his intent and drive to produce terroir driven wines, Ray’s historical significance and philosophy resonated with him. Courtney purchased the brand, and since 1990 has been committed to the production of artisanal wines worthy of the Martin Ray name.In 2003, Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery made its home in the Russian River Valley, one of the oldest continually working wineries in California. Today, Courtney and his winemaking team devote themselves to Ray’s ideology of making “wines of place”. They are relentlessat telling the story of wine. The depth of the portfolio offers those seeking a unique experience the chance to explore some of the most revered regionsin California. Fromthe Russian River Valley to Napa Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains, there is an abundance of phenomenal growing regions, great farming, and meticulous detail to vintages.

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One of the most popular and versatile white wine grapes, Chardonnay offers a wide range of flavors and styles depending on where it is grown and how it is made. While it tends to flourish in most environments, Chardonnay from its Burgundian homeland produces some of the most remarkable and longest lived examples. California produces both oaky, buttery styles and leaner, European-inspired wines. Somm Secret—The Burgundian subregion of Chablis, while typically using older oak barrels, produces a bright style similar to the unoaked style. Anyone who doesn't like oaky Chardonnay would likely enjoy Chablis.

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Situated on the foggier and colder western edge of the Russian River Valley, almost abutting the Sonoma Coast appellation, Green Valley is one of California’s most reputable Chardonnay and Pinot noir producing regions. It is also a wonderful source of sparkling wines made from these varieties.

Goldridge soils abound throughout the Green Valley appellation. This fine, dark, sandy loam and fractured sandstone is derived from the remains of ancient inland seabeds dating back three to five million years. It is valuable for high quality grape growing because of its excellent drainage and low fertility.

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