Nose: Vanilla, Caramel, Apricots. buttered popcorn Palate: Caramel, vanilla, apricots and hints of buttered popcorn.
This is a wine that is dominated by it's oak treatment. I have to say, though, the oak treatment is pretty good and the fruit holds up OK. It's a very drinkable wine but I found it hard to pair with foods. Where an inexpensive white burgundy might be simple and cooperative when it comes to pairing . .this wine is the opposite and offers a challenge . .but also a possibility for greatness if paired correctly. Bacon wrapped scallops might be nice. Need something smokey to go with all this (good tasting) oak.
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A good everyday Chardonnay to keep in the house that offers unbelievable value. Nice and crisp with hints of apple and tropical fruits. The oak is nice, too. I would prefer this to California Chardonnays which are easily triple the price for comparable quality.
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8/1/2008 - Zinny wrote:
Nose: Vanilla, Caramel, Apricots. buttered popcorn
Palate: Caramel, vanilla, apricots and hints of buttered popcorn.
This is a wine that is dominated by it's oak treatment. I have to say, though, the oak treatment is pretty good and the fruit holds up OK. It's a very drinkable wine but I found it hard to pair with foods. Where an inexpensive white burgundy might be simple and cooperative when it comes to pairing . .this wine is the opposite and offers a challenge . .but also a possibility for greatness if paired correctly. Bacon wrapped scallops might be nice. Need something smokey to go with all this (good tasting) oak.
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6/2/2008 - General_Tso wrote: 90 Points
A good everyday Chardonnay to keep in the house that offers unbelievable value. Nice and crisp with hints of apple and tropical fruits. The oak is nice, too. I would prefer this to California Chardonnays which are easily triple the price for comparable quality.
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