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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 CĂ´te 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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Sunce Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Baker Vineyard, Russian River Valley

Possibly Frane's finest Chardonnay to date - lean and refreshingly crisp with balanced oak and acidity. Not your typical buttery Chardonnay but as with previous vintages entirely ...morereminisicent of a classic Chablis. The Baker Vineyard continues to show racy floral spice imparted from a field blend of up to 3% Gewurtzraminer. An excellent wine with food, particularly flexible for pairing with spicy Asian cuisine.

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Lucchesi Vineyards and Winery
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2006 Chardonnay
Sierra Foothills

Aromas of ripe peaches, hazelnuts, freshly baked bread. Rich and round palate; flavors of apple and lemon, finishing with the suggestion of caramel. Pairs with crab cakes, mild to ...moremedium flavored cheeses, salad, seafood dishes, poultry.

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Rutherford Hill Winery
CAW Rating: 96
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2005 Chardonnay
Napa Valley

This wine was made with traditional Burgundian practices. Healthy fermentations allowed Sur lie aging from harvest until the first racking 9 months later. Battonage, stirring of th ...moree lees, occurred two times a month to integrate extra body and complexity. Some of the finest French oak barrels from the regions of Vosges, Nevers and Centere of France yield the roasted nuts and spices. Fruit and minerality are the signature of Rutherford Hill's Chardonnay vineyards. The 2005 Rutherford Hill Chardonnay will accompany Thanksgiving or any Holiday meal.

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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.

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Presidio Vineyard & Winery
CAW Rating: 96
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2006 Chardonnay
Estate

This Chardonnay is from our certified organic and Biodynamic® (Demeter) cool climate estate vineyard west of the Santa Rita Hills. Sorted before whole-cluster pressing into Allie ...morer and Vosge French oak barrels. The wine was barrel-fermented and went through 100% malo-lactic fermentation while resting on the lees for 10 months and bottled unfiltered.

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Chateau Felice
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2005 Chardonnay "Acier"
Chalk Hill

No oak, no malolactic, just whole cluster pressed and fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Incredible aromas of honeysuckle, passion fruit, grapefruit and and ...more pippin apple. Crisp, clean and bright, it all culminates in a lengthy acid finish.

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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  
Mario Perelli-Minetti Winery
CAW Rating: 94
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2001 Chardonnay
Napa Valley



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The La Rochelle Winery
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2004 Chardonnay
Monterey County

In the nose, this Chardonnay is rampantly fragrant, showing pineapple, guava, and white flowers. The subtlest hint of roasted hazelnuts in the nose is amplified on the tongue, and ...morethe vibrant acidity of the wine makes this a great style of Chardonnay for food.

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Garre Vineyards & Winery
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2006 Chardonnay
Livermore Valley

The grapes were sourced from a local Livermore vineyard owned by the Ridout family. The wine has a golden color. On the nose, it exhibits aromas of lemon, green pear and some sto ...morene fruits such as white peaches and nectarines. There is also a spiciness of nutmeg and vanilla, and a floral hint of jasmine. The overall impression is crisp and citrus-like. Aging of this 100% Chardonnay took place in new French oak barrels.

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Raymond Vineyard & Cellar
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2005 Reserve Chardonnay
Napa Valley

100% Chardonnay, this rich, medium-bodied wine opens with citrus, green apple, honeysuckle, orange blossom and vanilla aromas followed by elegant, refreshing flavors of vanilla, gr ...moreanny smith apple, pear and apricot. The long, smooth finish is ripe with notes of pineapple and citrus along with hints of vanilla and almond.

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White Oak Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Russian River

Full bodied, round, good depth of fruit, medium long finish. Flavors of citrus fruit, apple, lime, roasted nut and toasted oak.

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Homewood Winery
CAW Rating: 100
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2004 Carneros Chardonnay
Ă–dmann Vineyard

Fresh sweet apple, honey rich mouthfeel

$20.00  
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Martin Alfaro Wines
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2005 Martin Alfaro Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay
Santa Cruz Mountains

Golden straw color, citrus and tropical fruits, toasty oak, vanilla, and a hint of butterscotch. Refreshing acidity on the finish.

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Armida Winery
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2005 Chardonnay
Russian River Valley



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Handley Cellars
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2005 Chardonnay, Anderson Valley
Anderson Valley

With its beautiful pale golden color, this wine is pleasing to the eye as well as to the palate. Aromas of honeysuckle and ripe apples move to pear and apple flavors, with mineral ...moreaccents. As the vines in our Estate Vineyard have matured, they produce grapes with well-developed flavors at much lower sugar levels, allowing us to produce flavorful Chardonnay with less alcohol. Lower alcohol, along with its complexity, fruit, pleasant acidity, and use of a large percentage of neutral oak, are all characteristics that make our Estate Chardonnay a welcome change from heavier Chardonnays on the market. These characteristics also make it very food friendly, complementing delicate white-fleshed fish as well as pasta with white sauce.

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Handley Cellars
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2005 Chardonnay
Dry Creek, Handley Vineyard

The 2005 Chardonnay is a nicely balanced wine. Its flavors mirror the refreshing bouquet of fresh oranges and pineapple, with a hint of spice. The fruitiness, texture, and good bal ...moreance of this wine allow it to hold up to foods with a bit of spice, like sushi or mild chicken molé.

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Givich Vineyards
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2005 Chardonnay, Silverado Hill Vineyard
Napa Valley



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Tamayo Family Vineyards / Cana Wine
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2006 Chardonnay
Sonoma County

This, our second release of Chardonnay under the Tamayo hallmark, reflects the cool region where it is grown. Predominantly from the Russian River in Sonoma, this cool white shows ...morebeautiful Chardonnay fruit aromatics with a seductive undercurrent of spiced oak and refreshing stone fruit nuances. The flavors are both refreshing and rich with a beautiful balance of acidity that will ensure this as a perfect compliment to many cuisines.


Silver Medal - '08 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition


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Vine Hill Winery
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2006 Clements Hills Chardonnay
Clements Hills

The 2006 Clements Hills Chardonnay is from a new appellation located in the western Sierra foothills. The nearest town is Clements, CA, hence the name. This Chardonnay exhibits a w ...moreide range of flavors including an interesting blend of green apple and citrus. There is a hint of vanilla and butter integrated into this wine during barrel fermentation and the delightful wine flavors linger long after the wine is consumed. The excellent acid and flinty minerality make it a pleasure to imbibe on a warm summer?s day or with oysters or both!

$20.00  
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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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