The 2018 vintage was harvested from fourteen quality vineyards including Dutton Ranch, Sanchietti Vineyard, Gap's Crown Vineyard, Zio Tony Ranch and Durell Vineyard. The wine has enticing aromas of spiced pear, ripe lemon and lime zest. Because this is a cool climate Chardonnay, there is a nice acidity on the palate that gives the wine great freshness, balance and energy. The wine has a very long and complex finish.

Dutton Ranch Chardonnay is a dense, full-bodied wine with notes of ginger, guava, and crème brûlée with roasted almonds and caramel. As this is a cool location within the Russian River Valley, this wine does not lack crisp acidity. This wine is destined for extended bottle age, when it is just able to develop its full potential.