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Chardonnay

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Chardonnay is a versatile grape. In cold regions such as Chablis, it shows crisp acidity and flavours of green hay with the flinty notes typical of the terroir - the wine even has a green tinge. Just 100 miles south, in the Côte de Beaune, the white Burgundies are much riper and richer, reflecting warmer conditions and the increasing use of oak.

Chardonnay wines taste very different when the vines are grown in hot climates such as those in the plains of California and Australia. The conditions ensure ripe grapes, which lead to high levels of alcohol in the wine, and rich flavours of peach, melon, citrus and tropical fruits. In the 1980’s and 1990’s many New World winemakers responded to these bold flavours with equally bold use of oak, ageing the wine for long periods in new oak barrels. The cheap way to add oakiness would be the addition of staves or wood chips to wine in stainless steel containers. The intention was to impart complexity to the wines by introducing desirable aromas of vanilla, caramel, and butteriness. Too often the result tasted like chewing on a piece of wood, and this led to something of a consumer backlash against heavy, oaky Chardonnays. Winemakers in Australia and New Zealand reacted with completely unoaked Chardonnays from cooler climates, whereas in the United States there was more emphasis on controlling the oaking process. Thus they experimented with oak from different sources (French, American, Central European oaks all have different effects on wine), with different treatments (for instance toasting the barrels imparts smokiness and toast flavours) and reduced the oak influence by using bigger barrels (which have less oak per volume of wine), oaking only some of the wine in the blend, or using a mix of harsh new oak and older barrels.
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Food Pairing: Pairs well with any poultry and Vietnamese cuisine. Wonderful with fruits, strong cheeses and capers. Also works beautifully with grilled freshwater fish. On a hot day, a very cold chardonnay served with a plate of figs, balsamic vinegar, and a salty hard
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Esser Vineyards
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2005 Chardonnay

"Esser has it goin' on. From the simple, clean and attractive packaging to it's appealing under $10 price tag Esser wines represent good (drinkable) value for the almightly buck! T ...morehe Chardonnay has a rich goldy-hue with super-ripe aromas of pineapple and pear, fruit blossoms, juicy lemon and sweet vanilla spices. On the palate it's a rounded, buttery mouth-full with fresh fruit flavours dressed up with more warm spice on the finish."- Wine Diva

$9.99  
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Red Skye Winery
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2005 Chardonnay - Unoaked
Larson Vineyard

For those of you who prefer a buttery style of chardonnay with a floral nose and huge fruit finish, without the astringency of the oak finish, this may be the perfect wine for you. ...more This wine can be described as fruit-forward with strong flavors of pear and pineapple with the a-fore mentioned buttery texture and flavor many desire. Fruit-forward is not to be confused with fruity or sweet. This is a big fruit wine with a dry but not acidic finish. It pairs well with shellfish, especially shrimp scampi.
John Christopher Cellars
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2005 Chardonnay - Livermore Valley
Karen's Vineyard, Livermore Valley

This is a Chardonnay for those who crave the classic style of a buttery, yet fruit balanced wine. Full malolactic fermentation as well as french oak barrel aging for 9 months make ...morethis wine a winner! Try it with smoked salmon for a fantastic meal!

$17.00  
Donati Family Vineyard
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2005 Donati Family Vineyard Chardonnay
Paicines

Delicate in overall feel, medium in weight, the wine is richly textured and flavored, and is immediately accessible. Its balanced acidity should provide it with the ability to sati ...moresfy for many years to come.

$18.00  
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Watts Winery
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2004 Dancing Vine Chardonnay
Casa Azul Vineyard, Lodi

The nose of apple, banana and nutmeg melt with flavors of citrus, banana and a unique mineral note. These qualities create this clean, crisp wine with true fruit purity reminiscent ...more of the day that the grapes were picked from their vines. Delicious! Good with Thai, seafood, and blue cheese and pears.

$9.00  
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Testarossa Vineyards
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2006 Castello Chardonnay
Central Coast

Pale straw color. Initial aromas of honey, lemon, orange blossom, fig, and banana jump readily out of the glass. Layers of citrus, honey, and crème brulee flavor the palate, surro ...moreunded by lively acidity. The finish starts subtle, yet focused then begins it’s ascent to a lengthy, multi-dimensional finish of fruit and spice. Drink now through 2013.

$30.00  
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Testarossa Vineyards
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2005 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast

Rich straw color. Upon viewing of the aromatics, scents of lemon, orange and cloves leap out of the glass. With further aeration, mineral and earthy aroma come to view. Hints of le ...moremon and orange continue onto the palate where they are met with notes of nutmeg and crème brulee. Silky smooth, yet crisp with acidity, this wine should continue to age well for another 5-6 years. — Bill Brosseau, Winemaker

$39.00  
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Testarossa Vineyards
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2005 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands

Bright straw color with aromas of honey, peach, mango, lemon and fig jump readily out of the glass. Upon taste, the crisp acidity is balanced by richness and weight. Flavors of crà ...more¨me brulee and hazelnut linger through the finish. Drink now through 2011. - Bill Brosseau, Winemaker

$44.00  
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Testarossa Vineyards
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2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay
Sta. Rita Hills

Rich yellow color. Intense aromas of passionfruit, banana, orange blossoms, and fig. The wine starts with a firm structure, yet softens into a long, rich finish of peach and honey ...moreflavors. This wine should drink well through 2013. — Bill Brosseau, Winemaker

$39.00  
Testarossa Vineyards
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2005 Diana's Reserve Chardonnay
California

Our Diana's Reserve, named for our cofounder Straw color. Aromas of lemon meringue, honey, anise and banana-orange. The palate starts out smooth and silky while developing structur ...moree and complexity throughout the long, supple finish. The fruit and spice carry in unison from beginning to end. This wine should drink well through 2012 - Bill Brosseau, Winemaker

$55.00  
Mountain Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Edna Valley

Ripe nectarine and piecrust spice coupled with toasty oak and a creamy finish best describe this delicious Chardonnay from the MacGregor Vineyard in the Edna Valley Region.

$32.00  
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Mountain Winery
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California Series Chardonnay
California

Toasted hazelnuts and nutmeg aromas with bright tropical flavors of fresh pineapple and lemon in a polished structure best describe our new California Series Chardonnay from Monter ...moreey County. Enjoy this wine with a variety of cuisine including grilled pork tenderloin, smoked salmon, and Asian chicken salad.

$24.00  
R.H. Phillips
CAW Rating: 85
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2006 Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips Chardonnay
Dunnigan Hills

Rich and smooth, Night Harvest Chardonnay boasts lovely ripe pear and Golden Delicious apple aromas with lush, crisp flavors enhanced by hints of caramel and toasty oak.

$7.99  
Jeriko Estate
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2005 Chardonnay
Mendocino

This refreshingly crisp Chardonnay has ctirus, apple and tropical fruit flavors balanced by a long and intense finish of creamy developed notes, making it a perfectly food-friendly ...more wine.

$19.50  
Jeriko Estate
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2005 Reserve Chardonnay
Mendocino

A fantastic marriage of the creamy & buttery to the crisp & acidic makes this wine a full-bodied & rich yet classically elegant Californian Chardonnay. 100% Oak with 100% Malolacti ...morec Fermentation, very small production - only available online!
**92/100 Wine Enthusiast (November 2007)**


$32.50  
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Ahlgren Vineyard
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2005 Chardonnay
Monterey, Ventana Vineyards

Big rich complex Chard. Bouquet suggests butterscotch and pineapple layered with perfectly ripened melon. Flavors galore burst out in the mouth: again a suggestion of melon plus ...morea tease of citrus rather like orange zest. It is rich and full in the mouth and the finishe seems determined to keep on keeping on. Balanced, crisp though rich and dry.

We like it lightly chilled as an aperitif. Unfiltered. Fermented in French oak barrels. 171 cases produced.


$25.00  
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Armida Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Keefer Ranch, Russian River Valley



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Armida Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Stuhlmuller Vineyard, Alexander Valley



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Armida Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Russian River Valley



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Franciscan Oakville Estates
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2002 Chardonnay
Napa Valley

This wine showcases the generous Chardonnay fruit from our Napa Valley vineyards. Rich, ripe and exotic, it strikes a balance of ripe Napa Valley fruit with nuances of sweet oak fr ...moreom 100% barrel fermentation and extended barrel age. Use of wild yeast in a portion of the fermentation and sur lie aging adds layers of complexity.

Notes of peach, pear and apple combined with hints of tropical aromas and toasted nuttiness. Lively and lengthy on the palate with a great body and structure. Mineral notes linger and the finish is crisp, creamy and clean with apple and citrus flavors.


$18.00  
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Creamy pear, apple, melon, and tropical overtones float elegantly on a silky, balanced crispness in our 2006 Estate Chardonnay. This intensely managed vintage from the vineyards surrounding our winery bestowed a very light crop, yielding the fullest flavors and exceptional richness.

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