7.5
$38
Ramey Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2017
Producer: Ramey Wine Cellars
Region: Russian River Valley, USA
Chardonnay
Vintage
2017
Critic Score
7.5/10
Vivino
4.2/5
Flavor Profile
Lemon CurdHazelnutBriocheWet StoneWhite Flower
Reviews (1)
7.5
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026
Textbook Russian River Chardonnay with mineral backbone and restrained oak.
Bright lemon curd opens with hazelnut richness. Brioche weaves through mid-palate without overwhelming. Wet stone minerality anchors everything. White flowers lift the finish. Oak feels integrated, not imposed. This 2017 drinks beautifully now but has years ahead. Classic Cool-climate structure with Burgundian restraint.
Lemon curdToasted hazelnutsFresh briocheWet river stonesHoneysuckleChalk dust
🍷 You want Burgundian elegance without the French price tag.
Pairs with: Dungeness crab with drawn butter, Roasted chicken with herbs, Gruyère and mushroom tart, Pan-seared halibut
About the Producer
Ramey Wine Cellars
David Ramey's celebrated project. Burgundian Chardonnay master. Elegant single-vineyard focus.