Educated Guess
Chardonnay • Sonoma County, California
White Wine
"The science of pleasure: a Sonoma Chardonnay that strikes the perfect balance between citrusy freshness and indulgent French oak creaminess."
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 a 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 Gastronomy: Perfect for poultry in white sauces, Alfredo pasta, 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 masking 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 overpower it.
What does "Sur Lie" mean on its technical label?
It means that the wine rested on its lees (yeast remnants), a process that gives it greater mouthfeel, stability, and those characteristic bakery and brioche notes.