Rochioli 2023 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 11 black and white pepper and

black and white pepper and smoked meats

and bottled in their Santa Barbara facility

mineral-accented finish

Helena and the Melanson Vineyard on Pritchard Hill

It’s very pale

Rochioli 2023 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 11 black and white pepper andRare Chardonnay release from Russian River Valley cult producer Rochioli. 94 Points "Editor's Choice" Wine Enthusiast: "Rich and creamy, teh Rochioli Chardonnay is a standout wine from the great vineyard owner and producer. It shines in a wealth of golden honey and salty oak, a well balanced sensibility streaked through in a memorable, ying yang of lushness and crisp Gravenstein apple." 92 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): Tom Rochioli's Chardonnay