Located in the Anderson Valley, Navarro Vineyards has been producing exceptional, fairly-priced wines since 1974. The winery is best known for its range of Pinot Noirs, including the showstopper Deep End Blend (available through futures). They also produce an age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon a delicious Zinfandel and their whites are noteworthy and food friendly with an exceptional Riesling, Gewurztaminer and Gruner Vetliner amongst many others.
Straw colored. 13.4% ABV. Pretty nose of tropical fruits, lemon oil and vanilla bean. Full bodied with exquisite acidity. Pear, vanilla creme brulee, Meyer lemon and minerals on the palate. The finish is long and silky. Delicious Chardonnay that is incredibly approachable. Best over the next 2-4 years.
My rating: 93 points.
The wine is $27 at the winery.
You absolutely must visit the winery if you are ever in the Anderson Valley and yours truly recently joined the wine club after a long hiatus.