White

Palazzio Chardonnay

Testarossa

Santa Lucia Highlands · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Santa Lucia Highlands · Central Coast
Appellation
Santa Lucia Highlands
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

lobster · crab · shrimp · rich fish · chicken in creamy sauce

Rated vintages

  • 201487 pts

    Very light aromas of apricot and apple blossom show on this appellation blend by the single-vineyard specialists, whose winery is based in Los Gatos. A nice touch of acid marks the palate, where lemon zest meets with ripe Pink Lady apple flavors.

  • 201392 pts

    Almost as good as some of the winery's best single-vineyard bottlings, this wine has a tremendous nose that offers tangerine blossom, pink grapefruit skin, sea salt and toast around a line of graphite. The palate presents juicy nectarine and ripe citrus alongside yeasty sizzle,…

  • 201191 pts

    While Testarossa specializes in single-vineyard wines, this basic appellation blend is solid. It's crisp in acidity and amply oaked, with powerful pineapple and peach jam, buttered toast and sweet vanilla flavors. This wine calls for dramatic Chardonnay fare, such as lobster and…