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In southern part of Cote d'Or, a few miles South of Santena ... Read more

In southern part of Cote d'Or, a few miles South of Santenay, lie vineyards of Rully. It is a lovely area, part of Region of Mercurey. Both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are grown on brown calcareous soil, Chardonnay being found mostly on clay and limestone. As in rest of Burgundy, continental climate, with its warm Summer and mild fall, is very favourable to good maturity of grapes. Rully is a delicious white Burgundy wine which resembles whites from Cote de Beaune: a luminous, golden green colour, a toasty, fruity nose, a refined, elegant body with floral and cinnamon notes. This exquisite wine, which goes so well with delicate fish and most shellfish, is also an excellent value. Minimize

Petaluma Chardonnay is selected from seven distinguished vi ... Read more

Petaluma Chardonnay is selected from seven distinguished vineyard sites in Adelaid Hills sub-region of Piccadilly Valley, that are twenty-five years old. A refined and minerally Chardonnay with nectarine flavors and texture typical of very best vintages from Piccadilly. 2005 Petaluma Chardonnay is refined and has great minerality. Ripe nectarine and white peach aromas and flavours are complemented by gentle char from the barrel fermentation and lingering acid typical of cool vintages from Piccadilly Valley. extended yeast lees contact and Vosges oak combine to helphighlight this texture without imparting oiliness. With a few years of age, this wine is tasting delicious! Chill down and drink up. Wine Enthusiast rating: 90. Minimize