White

Ulises Valdez Vineyard Chardonnay

Paul Hobbs

Russian River Valley · Sonoma · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Russian River Valley · Sonoma
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Alcohol
14.3%
Body
full
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

lobster · roast chicken · grilled shrimp · Brie cheese · mushroom risotto

Rated vintages

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 2014

  • 2013

  • 201294 pts

    Voluptuously tropical in shaved coconut and silky layers of peach and pear, this is a complex, age-worthy white from a stellar vineyard site, a knockout version of the variety. Smooth and round, it maintains a core of acidity that buoys the experience, finishing with a flourish.…

  • 2011

  • 201094 pts

    This hits the palate with a strong oak presence, marked by flavors of buttered toast, butterscotch, honey and vanilla. But the wine evolves to show rich tropical fruit flavors that are brightened by crisp acidity. It defines California's modern take on white Burgundy.