Educated Guess
Chardonnay • Sonoma County, California
White Wine
"The science of pleasure: a Sonoma Chardonnay that strikes the perfect balance between citrus freshness and the indulgent creaminess of French oak."
Precision Oenology
The Educated Guess Chardonnay from Roots Run Deep Winery is an ode to intelligent viticulture. Sourced from the cool-climate regions of Carneros and the 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 looking for freshness and the connoisseur demanding the complexity, structure, and 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 Notes
Appearance: Pale golden yellow color with straw reflections, clean and highly brilliant 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 that gives way to an unctuous and velvety texture. The citrus acidity provides freshness, balancing the hints of fresh butter. A long, persistent finish with remarkable fruity elegance.
3. Character Analysis
BODY (CREAMINESS) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
REFRESHING ACIDITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
AROMATIC COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
PERSISTENCE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
4. Pairing and Service
Creamy Gastronomy: Perfect for poultry in white sauces, Alfredo-style pastas, and mushroom risottos.
Seafood Delights: Fatty fish such as grilled salmon with lemon butter or seared lobster.
Service: Recommended to be enjoyed between 10°C and 12°C to appreciate its texture without masking its aromas.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this a heavily oaked Chardonnay?
It has a notable but balanced oak presence. The wood provides vanilla and toasted notes that complement the citrus fruit rather than overwhelming 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 volume on the palate, stability, and those characteristic bakery and brioche notes.