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Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2012 Wine Review

Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2012

Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2012

Napa Valley, California, United States

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $20.95

Drink: 2013-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Rutherford Ranch

Agent: Majestic Wine Cellars

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Lovely balance and bite (acidity) in this vibrant green apple, butter-toffee classic Californian Chardonnay. Great price for the quality. Pair with roast turkey or chicken.

Chardonnay food pairings: pork tenderloin topped with unsweetened apricot chutney.

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This Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2012 was reviewed on November 8, 2014 by Natalie MacLean

Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 220277
  • $22.77 
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Reviews and Ratings

The Rutherford Ranch, is located on the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley, and was named Family Owned Winery of the Year at the 2012 New York International Wine Competition. The vineyards are surrounded by 100-year-old olive groves. The 2012 vintage of this Californian Chardonnay is rich and voluptuous. - Community Wine Reviews

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