Ram’s Gate 2012 Ulises Valdez Diablo Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley)

Country: US / California
Variety: Chardonnay
Winery: Ram’s Gate / Ulises Valdez Diablo Vineyard

Searingly crisp and yet generous and intense, this Chardonnay from one of grower Ulises Valdez’s prime properties is muscular and expansive, rich in apple and honey and a seasoning of mouth-tingling spice. It exemplifies California exuberance. Let it breathe for a while, or age 2020–2025.