WALTER HANSEL CHARDONNAY THE MEADOWS 750ML

Walter Hansel Winery: A Burgundian expression of the Russian River Terroir Founded by Stephen Hansel in 1996, with roots in his father Walter’s 1978 plantings, Walter Hansel Winery has quietly become one of the most respected estates in the Russian River Valley. The intent is clear: a Burgundian sensibility applied to Russian River terroir. Farming estate vineyards in one of the region’s cooler corridors, the wines emphasize natural acidity, moderate ripeness, and site precision. The approach is disciplined—low yields, native fermentations, minimal intervention—allowing vineyard character to lead. These are not opulent California wines, but structured, balanced, and built for the table, consistently delivering purity, nuance, and strong value. —Armando, Owner & Wine Director, SWLC