Sonoma-Cutrer

Russian River Ranches Chardonnay

8.99 ratings
8.81 pro ratings
Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

Sonoma-Cutrer vineyards was founded in 1973 by Brice Cutrer Jones, but sold out to a big wine house, now, in my opinion, its hit or miss on the quality. The 2020 is much better than prior vintages, pale lemon color with aromas of stone and citrus fruits with floral scents. On the palate flavors of Granny Smith Apples, pear and lemon citrus with vanilla oak and spice. Medium+ finish, ending with a slight toasty citrus mineral character.

Sonoma-Cutrer vineyards was founded in 1973 by Brice Cutrer Jones, but sold out to a big wine house, now, in my opinion, its hit or miss on the quality. The 2020 is much better than prior vintages, pale lemon color with aromas of stone and citrus fruits with floral scents. On the palate flavors of Granny Smith Apples, pear and lemon citrus with vanilla oak and spice. Medium+ finish, ending with a slight toasty citrus mineral character.

Oct 11th, 2022
Danielle Janda

Light and refreshing

Light and refreshing

Jan 1st, 2023
Sandy Spangler

It's rare I find a Chardonnay I like, but this one I loved. Lovely smooth fruit, crisp mineral finish, not buttery at all. Gorgeous.

It's rare I find a Chardonnay I like, but this one I loved. Lovely smooth fruit, crisp mineral finish, not buttery at all. Gorgeous.

Oct 10th, 2022
Ericsson

Sum business hotel lobby Chardonnay. Gotta tell ya. This ain’t bad at all, acidic and slight buttery, but still clean and even refreshing. Finish is almost medium with a somewhat yeasty aftertaste.

Sum business hotel lobby Chardonnay. Gotta tell ya. This ain’t bad at all, acidic and slight buttery, but still clean and even refreshing. Finish is almost medium with a somewhat yeasty aftertaste.

Sep 13th, 2022
Jenn Blachford

Plush mouth feel. Soft oak. Sweet ripe peach and notes of pear

Plush mouth feel. Soft oak. Sweet ripe peach and notes of pear

Jul 2nd, 2022
Neal Ferry

Afternoon, Florida got canceled wine… it works

Afternoon, Florida got canceled wine… it works

Jun 29th, 2022
michael pandolfo

Delicious and no butter!

Delicious and no butter!

Nov 20th, 2021
Paul J
8.9

Paul had this 3 years ago

Paul had this 3 years ago

Apr 22nd, 2022
Robert P

Robert had this 3 years ago

Robert had this 3 years ago

Feb 12th, 2022