White

Chardonnay

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Monterey County · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Monterey County · Central Coast
Appellation
Monterey County
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled chicken · lobster · creamy pasta · mushrooms · soft cheese

Rated vintages

  • 201487 pts

    Full and ripe with broad aromas of jasmine, cooked apple and lilies, this wine gets a twist from brown spice on the nose. The rich palate reflects a touch of cinnamon sprinkled on baked apples, along with flint, sandstone, pineapple and a smoky character.

  • 201283 pts

    Delicately structured, this Chardonnay has simple citrus peach flavors, with an undertow of green herbs. It's dry and tart with acidity.