and that extended hang time translates directly into the wine's balance of ripe fruit and lively acidity

Introducing someone new to Italian white wines

Aroma: The nose opens with perfumed red fruits — fresh cherry and bright raspberry — before giving way to pungent flowers and a dusting of baking spice

The Beverage Testing Institute specifically called it out as suited for artisan cocktails

Espresso Martini — earthy potato depth stands up to strong espresso without disappearing

Rodney Strong Reserve Chardonnay 2012 reposado and that extended hang timeRodney Strong Reserve Chardonnay 2012 is a 750ml Russian River Valley Chardonnay from one of Sonoma County's pioneering estates. This Reserve bottling represents a barrel selection from the winery's dedicated Artisan facility, where free run only protocols and meticulous fruit sorting distinguish it from the estate's standard Chardonnay program. Quick Facts: ABV: ~14. 5% Origin: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California Vintage: 2012 Winery: