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. 13.3% ABV. Gorgeous nose of stone fruits, honeysuckle and butterscotch. Full bodied with perfect acidity. Rich and oily. Pear, Meyer lemon and brioche on the palate. The finish is long and spicy. Delicious Chardonnay that was a case buy this past year. Hard to go wrong at the price point. Best over the next several years.
My rating: 91 points.
$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.