Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay, Sonoma Size:750 mL thanks to a high proportion

thanks to a high proportion of clay-limestone soil

a whiff of cigar box

A touch of Syrah adds a jammy fruit character

and caramel

chill this bottle for two to two and a half hours before serving

Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay, Sonoma Size:750 mL thanks to a high proportionCalifornia Wines California wine production has a rich viticulture history since 1680 when Spanish Jesuit missionaries planted Vitis vinifera vines native to the Mediterranean region in their established missions to produce wine for religious services. In the 1770s, Spanish missionaries continued the practice under the direction of the Father Junpero Serra planted California's first vineyard at Mission San Juan Capistrano. The state produces about