White

446 Chardonnay

Noble Vines

Monterey · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
United States
Region
Monterey · Central Coast
Appellation
Monterey
Alcohol
14%
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled chicken · white fish · salads · pasta with white sauce

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

    The aromas on this widely available Delicato Family bottling—nectarine, chamomile and chalk—are subtle but approachable. It's well hewn on the palate, with touches of butter, baking spice, poached Asian pear and wafts of smoke.

  • 2014

    Brisk aromas of apple, squeezed lemon, pear flesh and a steely minerality show on the nose of this widely available wine. The palate offers candied apple, seared pear slice and a tangerine-pith grip.

  • 2013

  • 2012

  • 201185 pts

    This hits it right in the sweet spot for Chardonnay-loving consumers, with buttered toast, honey and grilled pineapple flavors. It's part of Delicato Family Vineyards' Noble Vines series.