Oregon has emerged as a source of some of the best American chardonnays. Mostly, they are from the Willamette Valley and priced on the high end. But this one, from the reliable A to Z Wineworks, is rich yet crisp, fresh and textured,... Read More
This 100% Chardonnay has a real aromatic intensity with notes of citrus and exotic fruits and a full lingering finish that calls for a second glass. Mellot makes elegant wines that have an aging potential of 10+ years. The aromas... Read More
Crafted from cool climate Monterey County vineyards, our Chardonnay shows notes of honeydew melon, ripe golden pear, and fresh pineapple. Aged in 30% new French oak.
Inviting gold color with hints of green alert you to the abundant nose of green plum, quince, lemon pith and spicy pear. A mouthwatering, saline reduction adds a subtle nuance to orchard fruit notes without overwhelming them.... Read More
The Argyle Willamette Valley Chardonnay combines the tension and purity of the Eola-Amity Hills with the graceful delicacy of the Dundee Hills. Fermented and aged on the lees for 12 months in French oak barrels, and then an additional... Read More
Watson Ranch Vineyard is perched on a steep hillside overlooking the San Pablo Bay at the southernmost end of the Napa Valley. Exposed and unprotected from the elements, soils at Watson Ranch are composed of calcareous clay over... Read More
Los Carneros Chardonnay displays great fruit freshness, intensity and elegance. This wines focus is primarily on aromatics, and our winemaking techniques are intended to retain the characteristic Carneros aromatic notes of lemon-citrus... Read More
Au Bon Climat has been making balanced, food friendly Chardonnays since 1982. Even in the early 2000s when ripe, oaky Chardonnays were all the rage, Au Bon Climat stuck to a more subtle and refined style, with minerality and intensity.... Read More
Honeyed peach and Fuji apple flavors complement a sweet vanilla aroma in this medium-weight wine. This pairs well with fresh fruits, white sauce pasta and some light seafood.
Bérêche et Fils was founded in 1847 and is best known for their complex, innovative, and terroir-driven Champagnes. Now headed by Raphaël and Vincent Bérêche, the family’s nine hectares of... Read More
Rapha Bérêche’s ‘Beaux Regards’ cuvée is produced from two parcels of old vine Chardonnay in the Montagne de Reims. The wine is loaded with flavors of fleshy orchard fruit, white flowers,... Read More
This wine showcases a bouquet of ripe apricot, vanilla beam, and buttered toast. Creamy and mouth-coating, the palate evokes apple pie and vanilla ice cream with caramel coming through on the lingering finish.
These are some of the best wines of the vintage so if you can find them, don't hesitate. And as I never tire of pointing out, if you like old school wines that are built-to-age, these are for you,” says Allen Meadows... Read More
This parcel is north of the village of Meursault, but higher on the slope than the neighboring “Les Corbins.” The resulting wine has excellent penetration on the palate and is normally dominated by its firm minerality... Read More
An initial impression of rich, buttery cream quickly turns to aromas of honey and lightly toasted almonds, followed quickly by tropical aromas of pineapple, citrusy lemon. Pear and citrus note appear on the palate balanced by... Read More
This Chardonnay opens delicately with rich notes of vanilla bean and almond husk, which reminds me of a decadent crème brûlée. The creamy custard notes are balanced by a soft minerality and a hint of worn leather.... Read More
This Chard shows aromas of ripe golden apple with white peach and notes of sweet oak. On the palate, apple and pear characters are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean, with appealing mineral notes.
Clear and shiny goldish yellow, with green hints when young. The nose is fresh and fruity with notes of flowers and fruits (nuts, honey, acacia and citrus). The palate is medium-body, packed with delicate flavors of fruits with... Read More
This wine is hand-crafted from select Chardonnay vineyards throughout the Russian River Valley growing region. It's balanced and bright with concentrated flavors of creamy lemon custard, poached pear, almond and spice.... Read More
This Chardonnay is all about purity and focus. Clean, vibrant fruit aromatics; lime zest, green apple, passionfruit and a light floral note. This Chardonnay is crisp but opulent, without the influence of oak. Bright, linear acidity... Read More