I am not an expert, just a discerning wine lover or amateur de vin (as the French say), but everyone has a different palate, likes and dislikes so it must be understood that any of my recommendations are personal. I just hope that you find them useful or at the very least - interesting. I also hope you enjoy my photos. It is more fun sharing then keeping them backed up on a hard drive.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Don't say A.B.C.; embrace these Cali Chardonnays

Inspired by my recent trip to Napa & Sonoma, as well as the wonderful events of Cool Chardonnay here in Ontario. So many great wines to talk about, it is in 2 parts - this is part 1 Northern California.

Pine Ridge - Dijon Clones Chardonnay - 2009, Napa $34.00
Toasty vanilla and gentle lemon zest on the nose, pineapple & mineral on the palate. Crisp, clean, elegant
http://www.pineridgewinery.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category_detail&category_id_int=17973

Benziger - Appellation Series Chardonnay - 2009, Carneros, Sonoma - $29.00
Brioche, stone and citrus nose. Creamy palate with long, clean pear & citrus finish. incredible balance.
http://www.benziger.com/index.cfm?method=storeproducts.showList&productcategoryid=9192f626-b292-9baa-db5d-b1a4b8124a3a&maxrows=20

White Oak - Russian River Valley Chardonnay - 2009, Sonoma - $29.00
Baked bread & lemon curd. Gentle oak gives creaminess. Bright & beautifully integrated. 
http://www.whiteoakwinery.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=53&Itemid=81

Flora Springs - Napa Valley Chardonnay - 2008, Napa - $20.00
Slate and tropical fruit on the nose that follows through. Crisp wine with bright acid.
https://www.florasprings.com/store/index.cfm?fuseaction=productdetail&product_id=387


Michel Schlumberger - La Brume Chardonnay- 2008, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma - $32.00
Buttered toast, citrus blossom, gentle honeysuckle, stone fruit. Creamy mouthfeel. Long lemon/lime finish!
http://www.michelschlumberger.com/shop

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