Technical Notes Like all Jordan wines, our Russian River Valley Chardonnay is ready to drink upon release. Although white wines are not given much consideration when it comes to aging, Jordan Chardonnays age exceptionally well. The bright acidity and balance, hallmarks of Rob Davis’ winemaking style, allow the wines to evolve beautifully with age.

Additional Notes An unseasonably warm spring was balanced by an unseasonably cool growing season, making 2009 a vintage where early-ripening grape varieties excelled. To preserve acids and lower sugars, night harvesting commenced in mid-September. Every Chardonnay cluster was handpicked by October 1, and the entire Jordan harvest was complete by October 12— one day before the rains began. What a difference a day makes.