Established in 1988, Patz & Hall embodies the shared vision and collective expertise of four friends - Donald Patz, James Hall, Anne Moses and Heather Patz. Together, this dedicated team of individuals has turned a desire to craft benchmark, single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs into one of California's most celebrated artisan wineries.

The nose of this wine offers penetrating high-tone floral and tropical notes with a beautiful spicy element. The use of a little more wild yeast in ‘09 has also accentuated layers of hazelnut, graham cracker and peach cobbler in the aromatics. On the palate, this is one of the richest and most deeply textured expressions of Dutton Ranch Chardonnay we have produced, highlighting lush flavors of peach, pear, green apple and marzipan. A product of another exceptional growing season, this wine balances the flamboyant character often associated with a warmer vintage, with the bright acidity and sleek minerality more common in cooler years.