White

Keefer Ranch Chardonnay

Novy

Russian River Valley · Sonoma · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Russian River Valley · Sonoma
Appellation
Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California, US
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roast chicken · mushroom risotto · grilled fish · lobster · creamy cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 201087 pts

    This vineyard is far better known for Pinot Noir, although Failla has excelled with its Chardonnay. Novy's 2010 isn't particularly like Chardonnay. Too floral. Could almost be Viognier. Yet it's a fine wine, crisp and rich in orange, lime and honeysuckle flavors.

  • 200987 pts

    Made in the popular style, with loads of sweet, smoky oak that dominate everything. Shows buttered toast and vanilla flavors plastered over the perfectly pleasant pineapples, lemons and minerals.

  • 200685 pts

    A little too ripe and oaky for elegance, this is almost dessert-like, in the sweet vanilla, crème brûlée and pineapple jam flavors. Crisp acidity helps to balance.