2013 ROAR Chardonnay Rosella's Vineyard
Estimated value
Buying options
Tasting notes
A total stunner, and the most voluptuous and decadent example of this cuvée I've tasted, the 2013 Chardonnay Rosella's Vineyard sports a light gold color to go with sensational notes of pineapple, buttered citrus, mango and hints of almond on the nose. Full-bodied and layered on the palate with great acidity and a layered, lengthy, yet graceful texture, this shockingly good Chardonnay will drink nicely for at least 4-5 years.
Critic scores
Average Score
Josh Raynolds
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
More reviews and scores
Pale gold. Complex, deeply pitched scents of poached pear, nectarine, ginger and honey, with smoky oak and agave accents. Concentrated pit and orchard fruit flavors show surprising vivacity, with a dusty mineral quality adding back-end lift. The gingery note comes back on the long, penetrating finish, with the pear and nectarine notes echoing.