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DuMOL, Highland Divide Chardonnay 2017
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Reviewed by: Erin Brooks
The 2017 Chardonnay Highland Divide was barrel fermented and aged 12 months on the lees in 33% new oak. It's toasty on the nose with loads of spices over a core of ripe peach, apricot and nectarine, honey, crème fraîche, citrus peel and crushed shell. Light to medium-bodied, it offers a good interplay of mineral and savory character with tangy acidity and a very long, focused finish. 950 cases produced.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2017 Chardonnay Highland Divide is a sort of super-appellation wine made from a blend of fruit from the estate and Morelli that offers quite a bit of exuberance in both its flavors and textures. Orange peel, honeysuckle, wild flowers and tropical accents all grace this wonderfully inviting Chardonnay from DuMol. I loved it.
About the Producer
DuMOL is a renowned California-based winery that has been crafting exceptional Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah wines since its inception in 1996. Founded by rooted local viticulturist and winemaker Andy Smith, DuMOL sources fruit from some of the most esteemed vineyard sites in Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, and beyond. Through meticulous, sustainable farming and minimalist winemaking, Smith captures the essence of each unique terroir in the DuMOL portfolio. The wines consistently impress with their elegance, intensity, and age-worthiness, establishing DuMOL as one of California's premier boutique producers of Burgundian-inspired varietals.
