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2006 Bench Break Vineyard Chardonnay
Santa Maria Valley

"The 2006 Bench Break Chardonnayâ€™s rich buttery flavors yield to lemon-lime, white peaches, pears, nutmeg, vanilla and mineral/slate characters. The full flavors and mid-palate c ...morearry through into a lingering finish of fresh oak spice."

-Denise Shurtleff, Winemaker

^$25.00

Cambria Winery & Vineyard

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2005 Rae's Chardonnay
Santa Maria Valley

"In the nose, lemon cream, Key-Lime pie, and floral aromas combine with honey, sweet vanilla, and fresh pineapple flavors in the mouth. The wine has a rich, viscous mouthfeel, yet ...morefinishes with a long citrusy, balanced acidity."

-Denise Shurtleff, Winemaker

Mariposa Wine Company

CAW Rating: 95

100

1 reviews

2006 CRU Vigna Monte Nero Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands

All of the grapes were gently crushed and barrel fermented; 30% of the barrels used were new, mostly French oak, with some American wood. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation ...more in the barrels, had extended lees contact with bi-monthly stirring. Golden hued with golden delicious and green apple aromas that are characteristic of this cool climate site. Focus lush fruit complemented and balanced by a toasty, nutty nuances from the dark toast French oak barrels. Apple, oak and butter flavors are fully integrated and harmonious on the palate, underscored by a rich, round, lingering finish.

^$29.99

Mariposa Wine Company

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CRU "Two Vineyards" Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands

Toasty oak and vanilla immediately greet you on the nose, with subtle dried papaya and spice notes in the background. The latter traits will become more apparent as this barrel-fer ...moremented wine gains additional bottle age. On the palate, a sweet, buttered pear grabs your taste buds and commands center stage. The wine then transitions into a soft, creamy finish that is both silky and harmonious. From Redding Ranch (50%) just south of Greenfield, and Vigna Monte Nero (50%) in the Santa Lucia Highlands west of Gonzales.

^$19.99

Perry Creek Winery

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2006 Chardonnay
El Dorado County

Fresh and lively aromas of apricot, banana, and pineapple. Crisp hints of creamy smokyness and minerality on the palate. A very typical, approachable, and animating Chardonnay

^$16.00

Battaglini Estate Winery

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2001 Late Harvest Chardonnay (350 ml)

This Late Harvest wine has a hint of muscat. It is a delicious after dinner drink to compliment any meal. Can also be consumed as an aperitif or at any time to lift the spirits. Th ...moree grapes were harvested at 26 Brix, residual sugar 12.

^$15.00

Battaglini Estate Winery

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2002 Chardonnay Reserve

Bright, dry wine with pleasant citrus, apple and nectarine flavors. Naturally fermented and aged for 17 months in French and American oak barrels. This wine has a light touch of oa ...morek with a very nice finish.

^$22.00

Battaglini Estate Winery

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2003 Chardonnay Reserve

Straw yellow appearance. Expresses earthiness with a hint of lemon and honeydew melon. The mouthful has weight from evolving malolactic fermentation combined with rich fruit.
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Awards
- Bronze at the Tampa International Wine Competition

^$22.00

Battaglini Estate Winery

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2004 Chardonnay Reserve

Golden yellow color with apple and honeydew melon flavor. A refreshing wine with hints of citrus and nectarine flavors.

^$22.00

Bent Creek Winery

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2005 Chardonnay
Livermore Valley

Our Chardonnay balances Golden Delicious apple, and pear flavors and aromas with subtle toasty notes. A buttery finish caresses the palette. Aged in a combination of French oak bar ...morerels and stainless steel.

^$17.00

Consentino Winery

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2004 Chardonnay
Napa Valley

Gold Medal - West Coast Wine Competition

Citrus and green apple flavors come to the front with mineral and subtle oak notes. This medium full-bodied wine is rich an ...mored yet very firm in texture. Excellent aging potential.

^$28.00

Nichols Winery & Cellars

CAW Rating: 90

100

1 reviews

2002 Chardonnay, Paragon Vineyard
San Luis Obispo County

Gold Medal- Los Angeles County Fair
Bronze Medal- Orange County Fair Chardonnay, Paragon Vineyard is rich with layers of grapefruit, pear, apple and spice. It is a lighte ...morer style of Chardonnay then past years. Flavors are also wrapped with delightful mineral notes which are integrated with Almond, caramel, vanilla, banana, smoke, and toast. It is complex, rich, with an explosion of fruit that is extremely well balanced. It has well defined depth, silky texture, balanced acidity and a clean crisp finish.

^$28.00

Bogle Vineyards

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2006 Chardonnay
Clarksburg & Monterey

Bogleâ€™s 2006 Chardonnay has a little something for everyone: barrel fermentation, sur-lies aging, and partial malolactic fermentation. These hand-crafted processes create a rich ...moreand elegant wine with layers of complexity. Fresh tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and green apple greet both the nose and palate upon first sip, followed up by a touch of lemon cream. Complimented by more creamy notes of butterscotch and caramel, the wine has a long, lingering finish hinting of toasty oak.

Carneros Creek Winery

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2001 Gavin Vineyards Chardonnay
Carneros

The Gavin Vineyard is comprised of two blocks adjacent to the winery on the Napa side of the Carneros, also within the boundaries of the Napa Valley appellation. These vines produc ...moree low yields of fruit, and wines with concentrated flavors. We harvested into small bins, and went directly to the press with whole clusters to minimize handling. A regime of gentle pressing, a short settling period, and barrel fermentation with a wide array of yeasts, helped to create complexity while preserving the inherent character of the fruit. Extended sur-lies aging added richness and toast flavors to the wine, while helping to integrate the French oak notes with the fruit. The result is a bold and complex wine with forward citrus and tropical fruit notes layered with yeasty toast and sweet oak in the finish.

^$17.99

Pinder Winery

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2004 Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands

This elegant, medium bodied Chardonnay was 100% barrel fermented and aged 12 months in French oak. (50 % new, 25% 1 year, 25% 2 year). The wine is intensely layered with tropical f ...moreruit and mild citrus and melon notes. It is an exellent choice with cream sauces, salmon, and mild hard or soft cheeses.

^$18.00

Wellington Vineyards

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2006 Chardonnay
Sonoma Valley

We absolutely love this new vintage of Chardonnay. All grapes were harvested early in the morning, whole cluster pressed while still cold, then fermented in 60 gallon French oak ba ...morerrels. Following primary fermentation, the wine completed malolactic, or secondary fermentation, and was aged sur-lie for seven months with regular batonage.

^$18.00

Passalacqua Winery

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2006 Chardonnay
Dry Creek Valley

This wine was fermented slowly at low temperatures to allow for complete development and to retain the fermentation bouquet and the wonderful fruit and floral flavors of chardonnay ...more were expressed: citrus flower, quava, kumquat, lychee, and sliced green apple.

^$21.00

Passalacqua Winery

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2006 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay
Dry Creek Valley

French oak from Tonnellerie Cadus in Burgundy and â€œsur lieâ€ aging give this wine a delicate toastiness that marries perfectly with the fruit and lends a creamy texture to the w ...moreine and a long smooth hazelnut finish.

^$30.00

Wattle Creek Winery

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2005 Chardonnay
Yorkville Highlands

This 2005 Chardonnay displays brilliant hues of pale gold flecked with youthful green highlights. It has rich tropical mango and melon aromas layered with cream and toasty French o ...moreak notes, and juicy lemon curd and citrus-rind flavors finishing with well-integrated oak. Pair this Chardonnay with poached salmon with a beurre blanc sauce. Enjoy!

^$25.00

Ceja Vineyards

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2006 Chardonnay
Carneros

Aromas of pear, citrus, lemon and green apple invigorate the senses! The palate is fresh, crisp and tangy. Extended sur lee aging provides rich and creamy qualities. Overall Impres ...moresion: Lean and refreshing, this wine showcases classical Carneros fruit.

^$32.00

2004 Carneros Chardonnay
Ã–dmann Vineyard

CAW Rating: 100

100

1 reviews

Fresh sweet apple, honey rich mouthfeel

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