Au Contraire Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2019 (750ml) Veneto

Au Contraire Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2019 (750ml) VenetoGold with green tints. On the nose, pronounced lemon citrus core with tree fruits of pear and crisp apple lined with a floral note of jasmine. Citrus and tree fruits are complemented by a hint of brioche and toast on the palate. The creaminess but refreshing acidity of this Chardonnay makes it a great pairing for shellfish, roasted chicken, pasta in cream sauce and zesty grilled vegetable dishes. For a delicious cocktail hour, pair with mild cheeses.

Our single vineyard wine is elegant and intense

Delicate flavors of creme brûlée and vanilla linger throughout the finish

Dense with bright purple hues

2020:  91 points - California State Fair

Drinking 2025-2045

Fino doesn’t need to be fortified as it reaches the 15ºC alcohol through fermentation with the Pedro Ximenez must

Ancien Wines hand-selected the cuttings themselves

cinnamon and plum

2022’s longer hang time allowed the fruit to develop rich flavors while maintaining balanced acidity

The 2020 growing season enjoyed near-perfect growing conditions

followed by a light reductive touch

Opening it makes it welcoming and tender with crisp plants revealing aniseed