Van Ruiten
Van Ruiten Chardonnay
White wine
3.5
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Following World War II, John Van Ruiten Sr., a Dutch immigrant, established himself in Lodi with the goal of cultivating premium grapes and producing outstanding wines. Nowadays, the Van Ruitens farm several hundreds of acres of wine grapes. The Van Ruiten Chardonnay is part of the family line. It is characterized by a rich and creamy texture, complemented by notes of tropical fruits and a hint of oak.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
On the nose, you can expect to find aromas of ripe tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango, along with hints of citrus and vanilla.The palate of Van Ruiten Chardonnay is rich and creamy, with a well-balanced acidity that adds freshness. The tropical fruit flavors continue to shine through, accompanied by notes of butter and toasted oak. The wine has a medium body and a smooth finish.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Van Ruiten
Region: Central Valley
CUSTOMER RATING
0.0
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