Arista Winery

Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley

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Arista Winery
Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley — 2021

The Wine Advocate
95

"The 2021 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard comes from 50-year-old Wente clone vines planted in powdery Goldridge soils. It has pure, singular aromas that segue from oyster shell and saline to richer tones of quince paste, panna cotta, chamomile, honeysuckle, beeswax and almonds. The medium-bodied palate is expansive and mouth coating with Goldilocks ripeness and alluring savory undertones, and its focused acidity calls you back for another delicious sip."

Erin Brooks, October 2024
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Arista Winery
Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley — 2021

Jeb Dunnuck
100

“It’s a stunner in the glass, with loads of layered depth and complexity, and it checks a ton of boxes. The nose opens to luxurious aromas of white peach, citrus blossoms, marzipan, wet stone minerality, and citrus oils. Full-bodied, the palate gains fantastic glycerol richness while staying light on its feet, with seamless acidity and a long finish. Its oak spice frames the wine with precision, giving it a refined, polished feel and offering a Grand Cru-esque sensibility.”

Audrey Frick, June 2024
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Arista Winery
Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley — 2021

Vinous
92

"The 2021 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard is a very pretty, understated wine. Crushed rocks, flowers, mint and white pepper give the Ritchie gorgeous aromatic presence. This is the most ethereal, delicate Chardonnay in the range. I would prefer to see a bit more flesh in the mid-palate."

Antonio Galloni, May 2024
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Arista Winery
Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley — 2021

jamessuckling.com
98

“Extremely focused and energetic nose of sliced limes and Meyer lemons with lemongrass. Some stone and hints of flint. Full-bodied with superb density and structure and phenolics that you can feel. It goes on for minutes. Slightly chewy at the end.”

James Suckling, February 2024
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