Hartford Court Stone Côte Chardonnay 2018

Hartford Court’s Stone Côte Chardonnay 2018 is a striking Sonoma Coast white that combines power, precision, and a distinctly mineral edge. Sourced from the rocky Stone Côte parcel within the highly regarded Durrell Vineyard, it delivers intense concentration and serious character, with a style that has made Hartford one of California’s most respected Chardonnay producers.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a rich golden hue. The nose is expressive and layered, opening with white pear, lemon meringue, orange blossom, toasted almond, honey, and a subtle crushed-stone minerality. On the palate, it is expansive and textured, with glazed pear, stone fruit, nectarine, hazelnut, vanilla, and a vibrant streak of flint-driven freshness that keeps everything lifted and focused. The 2018 vintage has the structure and concentration to age gracefully, developing even more depth and complexity over the next several years. While it is already impressive now, time in bottle should bring additional nuance to its creamy, mineral-driven profile.

Production
Stone Côte Vineyard is part of the esteemed Durrell Vineyard in Sonoma Coast AVA, an area known for cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The vineyard’s very rocky subsoil forces the vines to send roots deep in search of water, naturally limiting yields and producing smaller clusters with concentrated flavor. Winemaker Jeff Stewart matured the wine for 17 months in French oak, including 30% new barrels, which adds richness, spice, and texture without overshadowing the site’s vivid mineral identity.

Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for roast chicken, lobster, scallops, butter-poached fish, or creamy pasta dishes, as well as truffle-inflected or mushroom-based cuisine. Serve at around 10–12°C, and consider a short decant if opening young to help the wine unfold more quickly in the glass.

Producer
Hartford is a well-regarded California producer best known for expressive, site-driven wines from Sonoma Coast and Russian River Valley vineyards. The estate has built a strong reputation for crafting wines with balance, energy, and depth, and its work with premium Chardonnay and Pinot Noir has earned it a loyal following among collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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