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
Domaine Anne-Francoise Gros is the coming together of two famous and ancient Burgundian winemaking families, Anne-Francoise from Vosne Romaneé and Francois Parent of Pommard. Together, along with their children, they make... Read More
Domaine Robert Ampeau is located in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet and is run by Michel Ampeau. The family farms 10 hectares of vines scattered across 10 of Burgundy’s top Premier Crus. Wines are not released to the public... Read More
This is a Champagne that I never tire of. Made from estate vines in the Cotes de Blancs from a 4th generation grower, this wine is partially vinified in oak and is aged 4 years on the lees. It's got a creamy mouthfeel, and... 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.
A Chardonnay for wine lovers! Elegant yet rich, this Chardonnay is why we think this grape is a wonderful part of the regional tableau. Flavor ripeness can be attained and built with lees in large format French Oak puncheons without... 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
Intensely mineral. Savory and mouthwatering. The fruit is at center stage without overshadowing the overall complexity. Sensational texture, rich and sinuous, taut and firm, executed with precision and clarity. From a very cool... 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.
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.
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
Displays fresh aromas of citrus and banana with hints of floral spice and creamy oak. The palate is rich with a full entry, finishing long and warm with the ripe flavors of pineapple and mango returning. Partner it with grilled... 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