White dry
Pedroncelli Tusi Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 is a full-flavored, creamy-textured white wine from the Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California. Made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in a select plot of Tusi vineyard exposed to cooling ocean mists.
The aroma combines tropical fruits, crème brûlée and delicate vanilla. The taste reveals notes of lemon cream, butter, spices and toasted bread. The wine is medium-weight with mild acidity, a round texture and a creamy aftertaste, complemented by citrus freshness.
Fermentation begins in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and is completed in barrels, where malolactic fermentation also takes place. The wine is aged for 8 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new.
Serve at a temperature of 10-12 °C. Recommended with fried chicken, salmon, white fish with butter sauce or pasta with cream and mushrooms.
Pedroncelli Winery is a historic family-owned winery in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, with a history dating back to 1927. It was founded by Giovanni and Julia Pedroncelli—an Italian-American couple—who purchased a farm near Geyserville that included a Zinfandel vineyard and an old winery building. Today, the business is managed by the third and fourth generations of the family.
The property was acquired during the era of Prohibition in the United States; consequently, the family initially sustained itself by selling grapes to home winemakers. Following the repeal of Prohibition, Giovanni applied for a permit to produce wine in 1934. Over time, the small farm evolved into a winery that has become an integral part of the winemaking history of Dry Creek Valley.
Zinfandel is the signature grape variety at Pedroncelli Winery; it was already growing on the estate when the family first acquired it. The legacy of these old vines lives on today through the "Mother Clone"—vines propagated using cuttings from the original, historic vineyard block. This approach preserves a direct link between the heritage plantings and the new generations of vines.
The family manages approximately 46.5 hectares of their own vineyards. The winery’s philosophy emphasizes the distinct characteristics of each grape variety, the expression of the site of origin, and food-friendliness. In addition to Zinfandel, their portfolio includes wines made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, and other varieties. Pedroncelli’s reputation is further bolstered by its excellent price-to-quality ratio; Robert Parker has highlighted the family’s ability to offer distinctive, high-quality wines at an accessible price point. The appeal of this producer stems from a long family history, a consistent style, and a deep connection to its vineyards.
