2018 Merryvale Chardonnay, Carneros, USA (750ml)

Product Info

TASTING NOTE:

The 2018 Chardonnay is a solid effort and will be loved by readers who like the richer, full-bodied style of Chardonnay. Buttered stone fruits, pineapple, white flowers, toasted bread, and brioche notes all flow to a beautifully balanced, medium to full-bodied Chardonnay that has good acidity and a clean finish.

-Jeb Dunnuck, 92 pts

A very typical Napa chardonnay with cooked apples, lemons and hints of yogurt and vanilla. Full-bodied, flavorful, creamy and lightly oily. Drink now

-James Suckling, 91 pts

WINEMAKER'S NOTE:

Pale straw yellow in the glass, our 2018 Carneros Chardonnay bursts with aromas of lemon curd, pineapple, and light toast. A classic example of what Carneros fruit can offer, the wine is simultaneously layered and complex while alive with freshness and vibrancy. Barrel fermentation in 70% neutral French oak provides a medium richness while the natural acidity shines through. The structure and slight salinity are reminiscent of White Burgundy, and will complement a wide range of foods and feelings.