Rooted amongst layered tumbled rock of Durell’s iconic Stone Flats Block presents challenges for the vines producing small clusters of the heritage ‘old wente’ clone famously known for concentration and power. Durell intersects uniquely by Sonoma’s three diverse micro-appellations, Sonoma Coast, Carneros, and Sonoma Valley. The variety of microclimates in the hillside coastal regions combined with ancient oceanic history makes this one of the most heralded sites for growing intense Chardonnay in Northern California.
Durell
Sonoma Valley
Chardonnay
Appellation
Sonoma Valley
Grower
Rob Harris, Price Family
Vineyard
Durell
Soil
Marine Loam, Ancient River Bottom, Cobblestone
Clones
Heritage Old Wente
Planted
1979
2021 Auteur Durell Chardonnay
Exotic notes of lychee, white peach, and yuzu mingle with hazelnut and nutmeg, mimicking a Meursault-style. Touches of sea salt and wet stone, laced with hints of fresh bread dough, create a luscious and glossy finish.
Gold Medal in 2024 San Francisco Wine Competition