DuMol Wester Reach Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2019

DuMOL is a boutique winery based in the Russian River Valley, California, renowned for its small-lot, terroir-driven wines, particularly Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. Founded in 1996, DuMOL has built a reputation for meticulous vineyard management and minimal-intervention winemaking. The winery sources grapes from a selection of cool-climate vineyards, primarily in the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast, ensuring wines that express their unique sites. DuMOL places a strong emphasis on sustainable and organic farming practices, believing that careful soil management and vine health lead to superior fruit quality. Their estate vineyards benefit from cool Pacific influences, morning fog, and well-draining soils, which contribute to the vibrant acidity and layered complexity of their wines.

The winemaking approach at DuMOL is rooted in precision and balance, allowing each vineyard’s character to shine. They practice low-intervention winemaking, using native yeasts for fermentation and carefully managing oak aging to enhance, rather than overpower, the fruit. Their Chardonnays, such as the Wester Reach, often undergo barrel fermentation and extended lees contact, adding richness and texture. The winery also employs small-lot fermentation and gentle extraction methods for their Pinot Noir and Syrah, ensuring depth and elegance. With limited production and a commitment to quality, DuMOL wines have gained a strong following among collectors and enthusiasts, consistently earning praise for their purity, complexity, and aging potential.