Educated Guess
Chardonnay • Sonoma County, California
"The science of pleasure: a Sonoma Chardonnay that achieves the perfect balance between citrus freshness and the indulgent creaminess of French oak."
Precision Winemaking
The Educated Guess Chardonnay from Roots Run Deep Winery is an ode to intelligent viticulture. Hailing from the cool regions of Carneros and Sonoma Coast, this wine is the result of a precise formula: high-intensity fruit, barrel fermentation, and meticulous aging on fine lees. The result is a white wine that satisfies both the enthusiast seeking freshness and the connoisseur demanding complexity, structure, and that iconic creamy texture of great Californian Chardonnays.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Roots Run Deep Winery.
- Origin: Sonoma Coast and Carneros, California, USA.
- Varietal: 100% Chardonnay.
- Aging: Fermented and aged in French oak barrels using the sur lie technique.
- Alcohol Content: 14.5% Alc. Vol.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Pale golden yellow color with straw reflections, clean appearance and great brilliance in the glass.
Nose: Unfolds complex layers of green apple, ripe pear, and lemon zest, perfectly integrated with notes of pastry cream, toasted vanilla, and an elegant hint of brioche.
Palate: Vibrant entry leading to an unctuous and velvety texture. The citrus acidity provides freshness, balancing the fresh butter notes. Long, persistent finish with remarkable fruit elegance.
3. Character Analysis
BODY (CREAMINESS) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
REFRESHING ACIDITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
AROMATIC COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
PERSISTENCE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
4. Pairing and Service
Creamy Cuisine: Perfect for poultry in white sauces, Alfredo-style pastas, and mushroom risottos.
Seafood Delights: Fatty fish like grilled salmon with lemon butter or seared lobster.
Service: It is recommended to enjoy between 10°C and 12°C to appreciate its texture without overpowering its aromas.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it a very oaked Chardonnay?
It has a notable but balanced oak presence. The wood contributes vanilla and toasted notes that complement the citrus fruit rather than dominating it.
What does "Sur Lie" mean on its technical label?
It means that the wine rested on its lees (yeast residues), a process that gives it greater volume in the mouth, stability, and those characteristic notes of bakery and brioche.
