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| 2023 La Crema Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 The Calling Chardonnay Dutton Ranch Vineyard (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2024 Hartford Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More The Hartford Family's roots in Sonoma's Russian River Valley are second to none, and they farm some of the Golden State's most prized plots of old-vine Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Their reference-point range runs the gamut from incredible single-vineyard expressions to some of the greatest bang-for-the-buck values in the appellation. The 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir delivers everything that long-time fans of the estate are looking for. Pure Pinot Noir charm is on full display in vibrant, ripe fruit, silky texture, and, most importantly, superb balance, all at an easy price that makes this undisputed crowd-pleaser accessible to a broad audience. The 2023 Russian River Chardonnay is "a worthy follow-up to the brilliant 2022," displaying classic, richly textured Russian River fruit, vibrant acidic balance, and a luxurious finish that reveals its world-class pedigree. Fans of California Chardonnay may have grown used to overpaying for underwhelming quality, but this 94-point, sub-$20 beauty is ideally suited to buck that trend. Turning to the estate's wheelhouse, don't miss the trio of top-flight, single-vineyard Zinfandels, highlighted by the WS96 Highwire Vineyard from the acclaimed 2023 vintage. "Zin rarely shows this much focus and tenstion," notes Wine Spectator, and we couldn't agree more. Whether you're looking for an easy everyday go-to or a top-tier reference-point expression for the cellar, this range from Hartford has it in spades. | ||
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| 2023 Folie a Deux Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 EnRoute Les Pommiers Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2022 Juggernaut Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2022 EnRoute Les Brumaires Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Davis Bynum Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| J Vineyards California Cuvee (750ml) | ||
| Sparkling from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Hartford Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More The Hartford Family's roots in Sonoma's Russian River Valley are second to none, and they farm some of the Golden State's most prized plots of old-vine Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Their reference-point range runs the gamut from incredible single-vineyard expressions to some of the greatest bang-for-the-buck values in the appellation. The 2023 Russian River Pinot Noir delivers everything that long-time fans of the estate are looking for. Pure Pinot Noir charm is on full display in vibrant, ripe fruit, silky texture, and, most importantly, superb balance, all at an easy price that makes this undisputed crowd-pleaser accessible to a broad audience. The 2023 Russian River Chardonnay is "a worthy follow-up to the brilliant 2022," displaying classic, richly textured Russian River fruit, vibrant acidic balance, and a luxurious finish that reveals its world-class pedigree. Fans of California Chardonnay may have grown used to overpaying for underwhelming quality, but this 94-point, sub-$20 beauty is ideally suited to buck that trend. Turning to the estate's wheelhouse, don't miss the trio of top-flight, single-vineyard Zinfandels, highlighted by the WS96 Highwire Vineyard from the acclaimed 2023 vintage. "Zin rarely shows this much focus and tenstion," notes Wine Spectator, and we couldn't agree more. Whether you're looking for an easy everyday go-to or a top-tier reference-point expression for the cellar, this range from Hartford has it in spades. | ||
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| 2023 Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay Tré Terre (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Sonoma's standard-bearer Ferrari-Carano needs little introduction. These quintessential California classics have been all-time best sellers at B-21 for years, and it's always nice to see a standard bearer continue to hit the mark. These latest releases showcase winemaking duo Rebecka Deike and Natalie West at their best, all notching solid press from James Suckling and offering outstanding value and consistent excellence. The "rich, satisfying" 2024 Chardonnay is a top-shelf value performer at 92 points & under $15, a perfect option for your next go-to house white. A step (or two) up is the 95-point 2022 Chardonnay Reserve, a full-bodied wine with lovely texture and tension, outpacing it's sub-$30 price. For the reds, the 2023 Siena hits on all cylinders for fans of this QPR best seller, while the 92-point 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is "very generous and giving for the price" with "concentrated aromas" and a "rich and broad" palate. If you're looking for surefire quality at an easy price, you almost have too many good options with these Sonoma classics. | ||
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| 2023 Boen Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2021 Martinelli Pinot Noir Bondi Home Ranch (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More From an outstanding vintage for fans and collectors of California Pinot Noir, these top rated 2021 selections offer a comprehensive range of styles matching an array of individual tastes, all value priced for stocking up on a favorite and perfect for mixing a case. Regardless of which microclimate it hails from, Pinot Noir in the Sonoma Coast AVA enjoyed consistently moderate growing conditions in 2021, with warm weather in the early part of the year kicking off the growing season early. The summer was marked by cool temperatures and dry conditions without prolonged heat spikes that yielded even ripening with extended hangtime and steady yields. Calling the 2021 Sonoma Coast Pinots "fabulous," Antonio Galloni of Vinous describes them as "potent, brooding wines with dark fruit profiles and tons of textural depth" their deep structure and superb balance promising longevity. Situated about 350 miles south of Sonoma's Russian River Valley, the Central Coast also enjoyed a cooler growing season in 2021, described by Jeb Dunnuck as an "undeniably great vintage" that "will be loved by those who prioritize finesse and elegance." Experiencing a long even growing season without any heat spikes, dry conditions in the Central Coast required a judicious use of irrigation in 2021 that produced healthy fruit but smaller yields, the top talent in the region producing rich and age worthy Pinot. Jeb Dunnuck describes the 2021 Central Coast Pinots as "fresh, vibrant, yet concentrated wines with the up-front purity and charm to drink well today, yet the structure and depth to age gracefully," while Antonio Galloni of Vinous declared the favorable conditions produced "a wide range of exceptional, world-class wines." Summing up the 2021 vintage for California Pinot, the Wine Spectator's Aaron Romano declares "2021 has all the makings of a banner year for California, especially for Pinot Noir. There were no extreme heatwaves and yields were slightly lower than average, which has translated into reds with expressive fruit character and natural vibrancy," these impressive 2021 Cali Pinot Noir selections showcasing a range of styles offered at value pricing to enjoy now and over the next decades. | ||
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| 2023 Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc (750ml) | ||
| Sauvignon Blanc from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2024 Chalk Hill Russian River Valley Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Patz & Hall Chardonnay Dutton Ranch (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Davis Bynum Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Ramey Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 The Calling Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Jordan Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Prisoner Blindfold Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Rochioli Estate Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2022 Picket Fence Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Martinelli Zinfandel Giuseppe & Luisa Vineyard (750ml) | ||
| Zinfandel from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2021 Buehler Vineyards Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2021 Walter Hansel Pinot Noir Cuvee Alyce (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2022 Sonoma Cutrer Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2024 Rodney Strong Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2024 Frei Brothers Reserve Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Russian River, California | ||
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| 2023 Martinelli Vigneto di Evo Zinfandel (750ml) | ||
| Zinfandel from Russian River, California | ||
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