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1996  Napa Valley

2019  

A first of its kind here at Johan, Maceration gives us the ability to blend and create a unique, singular expression of some of our distinct varietals grown in our vineyard. A majority of the wine is Grüner Veltliner left on its skins for 21 days. It was then aged in neutral barrels - with one barrel filled with all Grüner, and the other half filled with Grüner and Ribolla Gialla. We also took it a step further by blending in juice of Kerner and St. Laurent. Apricot in color and herbaceous on the nose and pallet, it's a refreshing take on a white wine blend.

2016  Drueskall Willamette Vly.

Drueskall Willamette Vly. -- For the Pinot Gris "Drueskall," we ferment our fruit in multiple lots, utilizing whole berry fermentation, whole cluster fermentation, and carbonic maceration in different proportions depending on the vintage. The wine is in contact with the skins between 21 and 45 days, before barreling down for ~18 months. This multi-lot approach to "orange" Pinot Gris results in a wine with an assertive structure of tannin and acid, with detailed and exotic aromatics.

2017  Drueskall Willamette Vly.

Drueskall Willamette Vly. -- For the Pinot Gris "Drueskall," we ferment our fruit in multiple lots, utilizing whole berry fermentation, whole cluster fermentation, and carbonic maceration in different proportions depending on the vintage. The wine is in contact with the skins between 21 and 45 days, before barreling down for ~18 months. This multi-lot approach to "orange" Pinot Gris results in a wine with an assertive structure of tannin and acid, with detailed and exotic aromatics.

2018  Estate

Estate

2021  Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, B. Thieriot Vineyard, 90 cases produced - FIFTEENTH RELEASE ---- "The 2021 Eterium Chardonnay strolls out of the glass with nonchalant, super-classy notes of honey-drizzled white peaches, spiced pears, and jasmine tea with hints of candied ginger and toasted cashews. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and refreshing, with loads of spicy layers and a long, lifted finish. Drinking window 2023-2032." - 96pts The Wine Independent

2018  

97pts Decanter, 94pts Vinous

2020  Wenzlau Family Vineyard

Wenzlau Family Vineyard ---- "The 2020 Chardonnay Wenzlau Family Vineyard is one of the highlights in this range from Racines. Bright and dynamic, the 2020 is fresh, complex and also quite structured, making for a wonderfully complete wine that captures the essence of this rugged Sta. Rita Hills site. Readers should expect an intensely mineral, savory Chardonnay. I loved it." - 94pts, Vinous

2020  Santa Rita Hills Cuvee

Santa Rita Hills Cuvee ---- "Apricot, lemon confit, tangerine and light tropical accents all grace this open-knit, inviting Chardonnay. This is a pretty overt style, but it works nicely." - Vinous

2019  Santa Rita Hills Cuvee

"The 2019 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills cuvée is a wonderful wine and a terrific introduction to the Racines Chardonnays. Creamy and layered in the glass, the 2019 has so much to offer. Lemon confit, white flowers, mint, white pepper and crushed rocks lend brightness and energy. The Sta. Rita Hills cuvée is one of the hidden gems in the range. Vineyard sources are mostly Wenzlau with a touch of Domaine de la Côte." - 92pts Vinous

2019  Sanford & Benedict

Sanford & Benedict ---- "A rich, effusive wine, the 2019 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict offers a stunning expression of this site. All the classic S&B signatures come through, kicked up with an extra touch of textural richness. Creamy and silky in the glass, the 2019 is outrageously beautiful. Lemon confit, marzipan, white flowers and tangerine oil are some of the many notes that build in a soft, silky Chardonnay that dazzles from start to finish. Impressive." - 96pts Vinous