Ribbon Ridge

2016 Estate Chardonnay

Discover the sophistication of the 2016 Utopia Estate Chardonnay, a handcrafted blend of Dijon clones 76, 95, and 96 grown in Oregon's renowned Willamette Valley. Whole cluster pressed and carefully crafted to showcase both richness and precision, this estate-grown Chardonnay offers vibrant aromas of pear, white peach, Meyer lemon, and citrus blossom layered with hints of toasted hazelnut and vanilla. The palate reveals a seamless balance of orchard fruit, bright acidity, and creamy texture, culminating in a long, mineral-driven finish. Elegant, food-friendly, and age-worthy, this wine exemplifies the finest expression of Willamette Valley Chardonnay.

The 2016 Estate Chardonnay starts out with rich fruit flavors of pineapple, banana and bracing citrus. There are hints of toasted vanilla (thanks to the light but focused influence of new french oak). The palate is both rich and elegant with bright acidity rounding out the creamy textures while highlighting the fruit.

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2016 Estate Chardonnay from Utopia Wine

Wine details

From vineyard to glass

Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Ribbon Ridge
Vineyard
Utopia Vineyard
Vintage
2016
Alcohol
13.00%
Cellar
11 months in 20% new French oak, 40% neutral French oak to add texture and grip on the palate and 40% Stainless Steel Drums to highlight the fruit flavors.

The story

A wine shaped by place

The 2016 Estate Chardonnay starts out with rich fruit flavors of pineapple, banana and bracing citrus. There are hints of toasted vanilla (thanks to the light but focused influence of new french oak). The palate is both rich and elegant with bright acidity rounding out the creamy textures while highlighting the fruit. Wine Enthusiast - 90 Vivino - Utopia Chardonnay 3.6 (89 Points*) Overall Top 34% of Wines in the World Top 41% of Wines Ribbon Ridge AVA *Reflects the equivalent of points averages between Robert Parker, Wine Enthusiast, Stephen Tanzer and Antonio Galoni “Lots of lemon curd and hazelnut cream.” — 4.0 (90 Points*) Vivino Reviewer

At the table

Food pairing

Wild caught salmon, Garlic Butter Lemon Sauce, mixed vegetables asparagus, green beans, broccoli