Today we share one of the jewels of the Russian River Valley. An outstanding producer of California Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Dutton-Goldfield dates back to 1998 when colleagues Steve Dutton and Dan Goldfield decided to start a winery together. Steve Dutton is a 5th generation farmer while Dan has a background in chemistry and later completed the illustrious UC Davis program in winemaking. Dan previously worked at Robert Mondavi Winery and even made wine in Portugal for two years before coming back to California and starting Dutton-Goldfield
For many years I have enjoyed tasting at this Russian River Valley outpost. I have been consistently impressed with what they produce for the price and have enjoyed Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Chardonnays many years. The wine consistently strikes a balance between opulence and poise. The new release wines were gorgeous. Look for their 2018 Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Chardonnay (WWB, 92) which shows a wonderful range of flavors and aromatics with a plush mouthfeel. Their 2018 Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Pinot Noir (WWB, 92) which has awesome depth and earthy tones. Learn more about Dutton-Goldfield at http://www.duttongoldfield.com. Here are the great new releases from Dutton-Goldfield.
2019 Dutton-Goldfield Rose- Sourced from the Sonoma Coast AVA, the wine leads with rose water and shades of guava and lemon zest that all sing in the glass aromatically. The palate is fresh, lively and juicty, with an awesome degree of texture. With great length and acidity, this beautiful wine is best enjoyed in the short-term. Drink 2020-2024- 91
2109 Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch, Shop Block’ Pinot Blanc- The 2019 ‘Shop Block’ Pinot Blanc shows layers of green apple and cantaloupe with a wonderfully bright acidity. The creamy texture and long finish accentuates this beautiful, one of a kind, bottling. Drink 2020-2025- 92
2018 Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Chardonnay- Ripe and beautifully textured, the 2018 Dutton Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Chardonnay follows an exceedingly good long line of these releases. Layers of vanilla creme brulee, nectarine rind, buttered Macadamia nut and damp earth tones all artfully combine in the glass. Sensational to enjoy in its youth, the 2018 ‘Dutton Ranch’ Chardonnay will cellar well for at least another decade, picking up nutty and earthy tones as it ages. Drink 2020-2030- 92
2018 Dutton-Goldfield ‘Dutton Ranch’ Pinot Noir- Sourced from one of the great collection of vineyards in the Russian River Valley, the 2018 ‘Dutton Ranch’ Pinot Noir shows bright strawberry and cran-pomegrante with cola tones on this expressive nose. The palate has wonderful verve and astringency with layers of pretty red fruits, with rose water, orange rind and cola and damp earth accents. The length of the wine accentuates this beautiful new bottling that is best enjoyed in the next decade. Drink 2020-2030- 92