Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard 2018 Ramey

Classificatie	Cru Classe
Wijnsoort	Wit
Producent	Ramey
Jaar	2018
Land	Verenigde Staten
Streek	Napa Valley
Druif	Chardonnay
Alcohol %	14.5%
Inhoud	0,75
Conditie	Perfect
Etiket	Perfect
Drinkbaar	-2030
Voorraad	14

Professionele reviews

Robert Parker (94)

The 2018 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard is wound up at this early stage and will require at least 2-3 years to blossom in bottle. The nose offers pure lilac, beeswax and apricot perfume with honeyed undertones, while the silky, fresh, mineral-driven palate gains amplitude on the long finish.

James Suckling (95)

This complex white is layered with a lively mix of fresh-cut Gala apple, Asian pear and tangerine flavors that are well-knit. A minerally freshness lingers with buttery hints on the richly spiced finish.

BOW (8.75)

Vinous (95)

Always one of the standouts from Ramey, the 2018 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard is no exception and has a Grand Cru Burgundy nose of chalky minerality, exotic flowers, brioche, and assorted stone and orchard fruits. These all carry to a medium to full-bodied Chardonnay that's concentrated, has a structured mouthfeel, integrated yet bright acidity, and a great finish. It will be best with 2-4 years of bottle age (it's delicious even today) and will drink well over the following decade if stored properly.