2013 Walter Hansel "Cahill Lane" Russian River Valley Chardonnay and my money is on

and my money is on it benefiting from a year or three in the cellar

crushed rocks

sweet black fruit on the palate and surprising weight and richness

One day he got his chance

while balsamic acidity keeps this balanced

2013 Walter Hansel "Cahill Lane" Russian River Valley Chardonnay and my money is onThe 2013 Chardonnay Cahill Lane is another beautiful, precise wine loaded with class and personality. As is the case in this vintage, the flavors are bright, but there is plenty of the signature Hansel texture underpinning the fruit. Lemon, pastry and brioche are some of the notes that meld into the racy, beautifully textured finish. Stephen Hansel is one of the most intelligent winery owners in Sonoma. More interested in getting people to drink his