The famous Robert Young Vineyard is located in the north central Alexander Valley. The Chardonnay plantings are in alluvial clay soils. Robert Young saw an opportunity to custom tailor a Chardonnay clone that was best suited for his vineyard site. Using the best selection from his original plantings of the Wente clone, Robert Young had his “Robert Young Clone” certified in 1989.
Fresh aromas of yellow stone fruit, lemon zest and hints of honeysuckle and vanilla introduce the nose of this single vineyard Chardonnay. A medium-bodied entry fills the mouth with notes of melon, clove and wet stone minerality and ends with a lasting lemon oil finish. The wine has a creamy texture with bright acidity, making this an excellent food wine.
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"Perfumed floral, tangerine, nectarine and vibrant green pear give this full-bodied wine lots of lively flavors, ending with a long, clean finish that picks up a nice vanilla and honeysuckle note. Drink now through 2011. 9,400 cases made. –JL" -Rated 92, Wine Spectator
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"The non-malolactic 2006 Chardonnay Robert Young Vineyard exhibits crisp lemon blossom, white peach, and steely mineral notes, full body, a crisp, zesty acid profile, and plenty of purity. It should drink well for 3-4 years.
More consumers need to realize how many outstanding values are available in the Chateau St. Jean portfolio, especially in their white wine program." -Rated 90, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
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"Almost a repeat of the ‘05, in which the oak dominated everything else. Those waves of caramel and buttered toast taste good, and together with the pineapples and pears, give the wine an exotic taste of some creamy, spicy, honey-rich mashed fruit pudding. — S.H. (12/15/2008)" -Rated 87, Wine Enthusiast
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