2024 Ron Rubin - Chardonnay Russian River (750ml)

Ron Rubin, the man behind The Republic of Tea, bought his Green Valley winery near Sebastopol in 2011 and has since built it into a respected, family-run Russian River Valley estate. This Chardonnay comes from the cool, fog-cooled heart of the Russian River Valley, where long, mild growing seasons give ripe fruit and fresh acidity. Expect green apple, lemon curd, nectarine and citrus peel, with a little vanilla and baking spice. The palate is medium-bodied and rounded but crisp, with balanced acidity and a fresh, generous finish touched by candied lemon and ripe pear. An easygoing crowd-pleaser for roast chicken, crab cakes, grilled shrimp or a cheese board.