Private Label Barrel No. 1580 Chardonnay 2024
Full-bodied white wine · Private Label Bottling (Retailer/Custom Label)
Vintage: 2024
Type
Full-bodied white wine
Producer
Private Label Bottling (Retailer/Custom Label)
Country
United States
Vintage
2024
Region & Appellation
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California
Grape Varieties
100% Chardonnay
Color & Appearance
Medium golden straw color with good clarity and moderate legs indicating a rich, textured style.
Aroma Profile
Ripe golden apple, pear, and citrus blossom, complemented by secondary notes of toasted brioche, vanilla, and subtle baking spices.
Tasting Notes
A rich and generous palate offering layered flavors of baked orchard fruit, lemon curd, and a creamy, buttery mid-palate, finishing with a balanced, refreshing touch of acidity.
Flavor Profile
Pronounced notes of ripe pear, yellow apple, and Meyer lemon, integrated with sweet oak spices, roasted nuts, and a hint of wet stone minerality.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a luxurious, creamy texture, rounded mouthfeel, and a balanced, viscous weight that coats the palate.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-plus acidity that provides a lively structural frame, cutting through the rich, creamy texture and keeping the wine fresh.
Sweetness Level
Dry, with rich fruit concentration giving a perception of lushness.
Alcohol Content
14.1% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in French and American oak barrels, imparting notes of vanilla, toast, and subtle spice alongside malolactic fermentation for creaminess.
Food Pairings
Roasted chicken, grilled salmon in a lemon-butter sauce, creamy mushroom risotto, and soft triple-cream cheeses.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled between 50-54°F (10-12°C) in a generous Chardonnay glass; no decanting necessary.
Price Range
$15 - $25
Quality Assessment
A well-crafted, highly approachable premium-tier private label wine offering classic Russian River Valley typicity.
Production Methods
Fermented and aged in a combination of oak barrels and stainless steel, with partial malolactic fermentation and periodic lees stirring (battonage).
Terroir
Cooled by the characteristic morning fog of the Russian River Valley, allowing the Chardonnay grapes to retain vibrant acidity while achieving optimal ripeness in the warm afternoon sun.
History & Heritage
Private label wines sourced from renowned AVAs like the Russian River Valley offer consumers high-value expressions crafted by established regional winemakers.
Interesting Facts
Private label programs allow top-tier wineries to share excess or specially contracted high-end regional fruit under exclusive retailer labels.
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed within 2 to 4 years of the vintage while vibrant fruit and fresh oak characteristics are prominent.
Similar Wines
Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay, La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches