The Rochioli family has been growing grapes on its 136-acre ranch since the 1930s. According to Tom Rochioli, ”My father, Joe Rochioli Jr. had the foresight to know that the soil of this unique spot in the Russian River Valley was very special and would one day produce some of the world's greatest wines.” After successfully growing Pinot Noir, his father would cultivate Chardonnay. By 1987, Tom Rochioli created the first Rochioli Estate Pinot Noir which Wine Spectator named “The Best Pinot Noir in America.” The Rochioli Vineyard is situated in a very diverse part of the Russian River Valley promoting diversity in the soil types, proximity to the ocean, as well as the contours of the valley, allowing for morning fog and cool evening breezes.

With four generations of dedication to the land, Rochioli Vineyards & Winery has earned the reputation as one of Sonoma County's finest wineries. The decades-long tradition of outstanding vintages continues today with wines that consistently receive rave reviews and 90+ scores. Rochioli is always in demand, always revered and always rated among the best varietals sought after around the world.

The 2023 Rochioli Estate Chardonnay is a blend from three of the estate’s top parcels. Without question, this ranks among the finest Chardonnays from the 2023 vintage. The straw yellow-golden appearance unfolds with floral tropical aromatics of mango, pineapple and fresh candied citrus fruits. The wine unveils an expansive core of Mandarin orange zest, Acacia honey, star fruits and spiced apples dusted in brown sugar. The core is creamy and expansive yet fresh at every turn as it follows through with a long and memorable finish that is enticing with each sip.

By W Peter Hoyne