Sonoma County

Medium

Natural Cork

White

From a vineyard situated in the northernmost reaches of the Russian River Valley—one of the region’s warmer enclaves—this Chardonnay is made from Wente Clone vines planted in 2004 on a steep, rocky slope. It was aged 11 months in 60% new French oak and then 5 months in stainless steel before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. The 2024 vintage is juicy and bright, with vibrant acidity and beautifully defined orchard and citrus fruit layered with a subtle kiss of vanilla and ripe pineapple. Lip-smacking tension and a gorgeous saline edge bring energy and focus, while savoury pressed white floral notes add complexity. Vivid, expressive, and mouthwatering, this wine practically calls for a meal—its saline character makes it irresistibly food-friendly. Sphaerics was founded in 2022 by Brian Ball and Laura Jones, a husband-and-wife team of wine industry veterans. The wines are made by Laura, who fine-tuned her Chardonnay and Pinot Noir winemaking skills during a 5-year tenure at Aubert and a stint at Domaine Armand Rousseau. Brian manages the business and sales for Sphaerics.

Chardonnay

Sphaerics, on days and nights, Chardonnay, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley, California, USA, 2024

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From a vineyard situated in the northernmost reaches of the Russian River Valley—one of the region’s warmer enclaves—this Chardo

Sphaerics, on days and nights, Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA 2024

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