{"product_id":"2023-chardonnay-reserve-selection-raymond-vineyards","title":"2023 Chardonnay 'Reserve Selection', Raymond Vineyards","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarneros Glow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSteeped in rich family history, Raymond vineyards can trace its origins in winemaking back to the days of the ‘old’ Napa Valley.   Founded in 1970, Raymond Vineyards produces high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuminous and beautifully layered, this Carneros Chardonnay opens with ripe pear, honeydew melon and golden apple, lifted by Meyer lemon, grapefruit and acacia blossom. Brioche, toasted almond and delicate vanilla sit beneath the fruit, bringing richness and complexity without overwhelming its cool-climate freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilky and generous on the palate, with lemon cream, peach and orchard fruit carried by bright acidity and a fine mineral thread. Partial malolactic fermentation adds a rounded, gently creamy texture, while carefully judged French oak brings hazelnut, toast and subtle spice. Rich without becoming heavy, it combines Californian generosity with a more restrained, elegant sense of shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor when: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou want California richness, but still want the second glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs with: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoast chicken, grilled salmon, lobster, scallops, creamy mushroom pasta or mature Comté.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit comes from eight vineyards across Carneros, six on the Napa side and two in Sonoma. Cool maritime breezes and morning fog extend the growing season, preserving acidity as the grapes develop flavour and texture. Sandstone, shale and clay-based soils contribute a balance of aromatic lift, mineral structure and generous mouthfeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54799770419585,"sku":null,"price":28.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0513\/9841\/files\/Raymond_23.png?v=1790672278","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-republic.co.uk\/products\/2023-chardonnay-reserve-selection-raymond-vineyards","provider":"Wine Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}