Chardonnay

Nov 102011
 
2010 Lander Jenkins Vineyards Chardonnay, Spirit Hawk, CA $15 (S) – Rating 88

An excellent value Chardonnay. We have seen it priced as low as $10 and that’s one heck a a deal for a Chardonnay of this character. The experience begins with a nose of ripe red apples followed by a rich and round mouth-feel full of pear, apple, honeycomb, spice, soft vanilla oak and buttery creme.

Oct 072011
 
2009 Francis Ford Coppola Winery Chardonnay, Rosso & Bianco Collection, Unoaked Chardonnay, CA, $11 (S) – Rating 89

An excellent Chardonnay and an exquisite price. A surprisingly rich and round mouth-feel for an un-oaked and no malo wine. Rich flavors of apple, fig, citrus, honeycomb and ripe mango. Clean and crisp enough to please and un-oaked palate while still providing enough depth for those who prefer a little barrel aging.

 

Sep 162011
 
2009 Wyndham Estate Bin 222 Chardonnay, South Eastern Australia, $9 (S) – Rating 87

A heck of a value Chardonnay. Nice buttery flavors of apple, melon, stone fruit and pineapple citrus with hints of toasty oak vanilla. The creaminess is balanced with some zesty acid and a touch of spice.

Sep 052011
 
2008 Cooper-Garrod Gravel Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA, $25 (S) – Rating 89

A very enjoyable and rich style of Chardonnay without going overboard. This Cooper-Garrod Chardonnay sports round flavors of red apple, peach, ripe pineapple, pear and apricot with hints of honeycomb and vanilla. The creamy mouth-feel adds to the nice finish.