93 Points Wine Enthusiast
This elegant and precise Chard brings concentrated aromas of fresh apple, spiced pear, ginger and lemon peel on the nose. The palate displays deftly balanced acidity and richness, with flavors of green apple, pithy lemon, nectarine and hazelnut crème before an energetic finish with hints of barrel spice and minerality.
 
91 Points Wine Spectator
Bold and rich, with notes of cardamom, candied ginger, nutmeg and vanilla to complement the core of peach, grilled lemon, toasted brioche and almond nougat. A salted toffee thread lingers on the finish. Drink now. 9,100 cases made.
 
Winemaker Notes
Dutton Ranch fruit is some of the most highly regarded in Sonoma County and beyond. We work closely with the family to select grapes from various vineyards throughout the Green Valley region so we can build an incredibly balanced, well-rounded Chardonnay. This vintage had a cold start and a warm finish with an early harvest due to warm August and September weather and a lighter crop. This resulted in an excellent vintage and good growing season with no lingering heat waves. Because of the growing season, wines have exceptional flavors, are intense with great color, fuit forward and ripe.
 
History
Jim Nantz, famed CBS sports commentator, and Peter Deutsch, founder and CEO of Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, have created a portfolio of classic Sonoma wines from some of the most respected vineyards in the region.
 
The Calling wines are now quality standards for the Sonoma region with more than fifty 90+ ratings since the first vintage in 2012. Each region and vineyard site were chosen carefully for the vines that were planted and the style of wine produced. These wines are a true testament to the greatness that is possible when you follow your calling in life.