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Gary Farrell 2022 Chardonnay, Russian River Selection, Sonoma Cty ($50)

Intriguingly distinctive due to its unusual aromatic profile, this is obviously delicious and easily among the best American Chardonnays at this price. The bouquet shows scents of honeysuckle, clove, and baking spices, leading to complex flavors spanning the range of orchard and tropical fruits, with citrus edging and a faintly nutty undertone. Compelling juice.

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