White

Eric's Small Lot Unoaked Estate Chardonnay

Wente

Livermore Valley · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Livermore Valley · Central Coast
Appellation
Livermore Valley
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

seafood · shellfish · salad · light dishes

Rated vintages

  • 201690 pts

    This is a very good example of an unoaked Chardonnay. It has lots of zingy fresh-fruit aromas, lively citrus and green-apple flavors and good supportive acidity to keep the mouthfeel tangy. Winemaker Karl Wente made this one to please his no-frills dad, Eric Wente.

  • 201589 pts

    Aromas of this medium-bodied, un-oaked wine suggest sliced pears and apples, while the flavors are equally fruity but have a leaner feel. The texture is dry, firm and crisp, making this a great pairing for shellfish and many other dishes.

  • 200687 pts

    This unoaked Chardonnay is marked by quite crisp acidity, as the malolactic fermentation was prevented. It's the opposite of opulent, a flinty wine with hints of Meyer lemons and Kaffir limes. Try with shellfish.