Chardonnay Wine

Winemaker Description 

Domaine Daniel Pollier has been producing white wines across Mâcon since the 18th century, with current plantings of Chardonnay found in the appellations of Mâcon Fuissé, Mâcon-Villages, Saint-Véran, Mâcon Chaintré, and Pouilly-Fuissé, the latter of which is en route to receive Premier Cru status in the coming years. The domaine comprises 13 hectares. All of the wines are crafted solely from estate fruit, coming from vines with an average of 40 years, some of which clock in at an impressive 70 years.

Occupying vineyards to the west and south of the village of Mâcon, the appellation of St-Véran interweaves with Pouilly-Fuissé, overlapping both the Mâconnais and Beaujolais. Grown on limestone, St-Véran whites' ageability and power fall somewhere in between the wines of Mâcon-Villages and Pouilly-Fuissé.

After subtle aromas of lemon, apricot, acacia and honeysuckle, on the palate a St-Véran (always made of Charodnnay) shows fresh focus and clarity while exhibiting roundness and harmonious balance. A great St-Véran will express notes of almond, hazelnut, cinnamon, butter or toast and sometimes an exotic twist of orange peel. Seafood risotto or pasta with mushrooms are perfect pairings. 

Expert Reviews

Wine Advocate 90 Points | The latest rendition of Ruinart's NV Blanc de Blancs unwinds in the glass with scents of citrus zest, green apple, white flowers and fresh bread. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and incisive, with a vibrant core of fruit and brisk acids, complemented by a mouth-filling mousse, it concludes with a saline finish.

James Suckling 93 Points |  A vibrant and refreshing Champagne with a bright, enticing nose of lemon (fresh and candied) and sliced pear, as well as some floral and passion-fruit notes. Lovely balance of juicy fruit and acidity that dances nimbly across the palate. A biscuit note from lees lies in the background. Delicate, silky and finish. A blend of wines from Côtes des Blanc, Montagne de Reims and Sézanne. Drink or hold.

Wine Spectator 93 Points | Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator: "Steeped apricot and candied ginger flavors are an aromatic entry for this graceful Champagne, backed by finely cut acidity and layered with accents of kumquat, toast point and salted Marcona almond. It's fresh and racy, yet there's an effortless quality to the integration that makes this hard to stop sipping. Long, minerally finish. Drink now through 2027.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020

The Wine Advocate 94 Points | As was the case in 2017, the 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jean has turned out especially well this year. Bursting with aromas of pear, freshly baked bread, orange oil and beeswax and framed by a deft touch of reduction, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, its fleshy core of fruit girdled by tangy acids. While Michel Coutoux and his daughter Marlène bemoan the impact of climatic extremes on their vineyards—much of the replantings of the 1980s and 1990s, which ought to be entering their prime, will have to be replaced in the near future due to the degeneration of the 161-49 rootstock—the wines of Domaine Michel Niellon themselves remain remarkably unmarked by recent dry, warm vintages. The 2020s are no exception: lively, beautifully balanced and even comparatively tightly wound after their bottling before harvest 2021, they continue a strong recent run at this estate. As ever, bottling is under natural cork. 

Allen Meadows of Burghound writes 93 Points | A notably more restrained nose is both cool and pure with its combination of spiced pear, Granny Smith apples, lemon-lime and petrol aromas. There is impressive mid-palate density to the unusually powerful medium-bodied flavors that also conclude in a lemon-tinged and beautifully persistent finish. If I'm being picky, this bone-dry effort could use a bit more depth, but that should reasonably occur if allowed at least a few years of cellaring. *Burghound Outstanding!*

Winemaker Description 

The same full flavor Chardonnay you love, now with lower alcohol* and fewer calories**

Lower in alcohol* and only 80 calories per glass**, Meiomi Bright Chardonnay embodies the rich, unforgettable flavors of California without compromising on taste. Fruity in character with luscious oak and balanced acidity, this lower-calorie Chardonnay offers lifted aromas of stone fruit and lemongrass, followed by expressive notes of pineapple, clove, and vanilla.

*2022 MEIOMI BRIGHT CHARDONNAY 8% ALC/VOL COMPARED TO 2022 MEIOMI CHARDONNAY 13.5% ALC/VOL.

**PER 5 FL. OZ. AVERAGE ANALYSIS: CALORIES 80, CARBS 4.2g, PROTEIN LESS THAN 1g

Expert Review - Vintage 2023

James Suckling 91 Points | This full-bodied, round and buttery chardonnay has notes of baked apples, toast and brown butter. Ripe, soft and generous. 

Winemaker Description 

A fresh, youthful and textured Chardonnay with flavors and aromas of pear, floral, white peach, citrus, baking spices and honey.

This versatile wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif with a triple crème or Humboldt Fog goat cheese, or to accompany entrées such as fresh seafood risotto, mussels in white wine sauce, or chicken piccata.

Producer Description 

Domaine Billaud-Simon have been producing some of the very best examples of Chablis since 1815.

Characterised by elegance, concentration, purity, balance and freshness. It is intensely aromatic with remarkable tension and cellaring potential.

The aromas are a wonderful mix of citrus fruits, floral notes and the classic mineral notes that are a Chablis signature. 

Expert Review - Vintage Year 2022 

Wine Enthusiast 92 Points | Followers of the fruit, this wine's for you. Aromas of lemon verbena, thyme and apple blossoms start things off. Then come the creamy fruit flavors of mango sorbet and lemon curd, with a touch of pineapple and vanilla crème brûlée. Fortunately, just enough acidity keeps the fruit from running amok.

Expert Review - Vintage 2020

Wine Spectator 97 Points | This is distinctly floral, with peach, lime blossom, citronella and mineral aromas and flavors. Sleek and elegant, offering intensity through the lingering aftertaste of lemon and orchard fruits. Shows terrific length and harmony. Best from 2026 through 2036. 30 cases imported.

Winemaker Description 

The 2022 Paicines Chardonnay strikes a perfect balance between creamy texture and bright acidity. When you taste it, you’ll immediately notice flavors of ripe pear and honeysuckle, with a subtle hint of butterscotch. It’s a testament to the unique terroir of Paicines AVA, a hidden gem in California’s Central Coast. Not for long though.

The microclimate there is something special, producing grapes with intense flavor and great acidity. Benziger is just one of a few big name players that have flocked to the area.

Winemaker Description 

In order to highlight the beautiful structure of this Napa Valley Chardonnay, Hess barrel fermented the wine for 10 months on 33% new French oak, to complement the fresh flavors of white peach and the bright acidity.

While barrel aging, they stirred the wine on its lees to add complexity and roundness. Hess Collection Napa Valley Chardonnay opens with beautiful aromas of green apple and vanilla accented by a hint of toffee.

The delicious flavors of fresh white peaches harmonize with an elegant creaminess across the palette, while a backbone of bright acidity carries the nuanced mouthfeel. All enveloped with a beautiful finish of subtle vanilla, baking spice and toffee notes. 

Expert Review - Vintage 2021

Decanter 93 Points | A warm, rich concentrated year, very much the opposite of 16. We wanted to express the characteristics of the vintage, looking at different picking windwos, lots of lemon curd, wet stone and brightness, tons of fresh white pepper and caramom, a consistent ripe stone fruit finish carries the wine out.

Winemaker Description 

The aromatic diversity here is breathtaking. The wine cleanly and discreetly checks off all of the boxes of a great vintage. Orange blossom? Yes. Green apple? Plentiful. White peach? Absolutely. In warm years, the wines can occasionally lean too tropical in aroma, but that isn't the case here. The floral notes of chamomile and honeysuckle moderate the grandeur of the fruit but also slowly subside to unveil lemon balm, cinnamon and mint. The parade of bright, zesty fruit continues on the palate, but it’s just the beginning. The wine's texture and energy are on full display, brimming with minerality, lemon curd and crème brûlée. The delicate balance between the spine of acidity and the breadth of flavor is both dynamic and fluid. The ripe melon notes are particularly captivating, lending freshness and richness. While there are some soft barrel undertones magnified by a subtle chalkiness, it will take some time before this additional layer matches the surrounding opulence. The finish initially leans exotic and tropical, first as banana and then as starfruit before slowly yielding to D'Anjou pear and baking spice. Again, the texture here is beautifully integrated but still developing. For now, it’s easy enough to enjoy the candied citrus, vanilla and marzipan.

Winemaker Description 

Domaine Mia is one of the largest estates on the Côte Chalonnaise. It covers around twenty hectares, spread over appellations full of surprises and rising nuggets of Burgundy in Mercurey and Rully. Mia Subotic took over her father’s estate and renamed it Domaine Mia in 2020. The estate has been certified organic by Escort since 2019, and she has now embarked on a Biodynamic pathway in her strive to embrace nature and extend the vitality and energy of the vineyard. She wishes to write a new chapter in the Domaine by infusing it with her own special touch, made of passion, commitment, modernity, and femininity. Mia, therefore, bearer of new impulses of her generation, intends to push the natural philosophy of the estate even further by committing it even more to Biodynamics.

An aromatic white Burgundy with a brilliant color tinged with green, the 2022 Mercury Les Rochelles has an intense and complex nose revealing notes of white fruits and peppery spices. On the palate it is rich, yet bright with a long mineral finish. Lobs

Winemaker Description 

Our NEW Low-Calorie, Low-Alcohol Chardonnay, aptly named Sliced is bright, buttery, and balanced. Find tropical fruit notes, a hint of almond and rich sweet vanilla make every sip delicious. All the flavor you want with less calories. Perfect when enjoyed with good food and good company.

Tropical fruit notes, a hint of almond and rich sweet vanilla make every sip delicious. All the flavor you want with less calories. Perfect when enjoyed with good food and good company. 

Goes well with creamy pastas, winter vegetables and shamelessly binge-watching your favorite TV show.

85 calories per 5 fl oz serving
9% alcohol per 5 fl oz serving
<1g sugar per 5 fl oz serving

Expert Review 

Jesica Vargas of the Wine Enthusiast writes 87 Points | Fresh and light-bodied, this Chardonnay offers aromas of lime, pear and yeast. The palate delivers intense citrus fruit that is mixed with white peach and dill.

Winemaker Description 

LO-CA feel-good, taste-good wines with more altitude, attitude, and fewer
calories. A play on “low-calorie,” LO-CA also means “crazy” in Spanish.
Low-calorie, low-alcohol, low-sugar, vegan, gluten-free, USDA-certified
organic, Regenerative Organic Certified™, and Ecocert-approved – how
crazy is that!

Pale yellow wine with green tones. On the nose it presents aromas and
citrus. Concentrates notes of green apple. Light-bodied with very refreshing
acidity.

LO CA pairs with enjoying life. LO CA Chardonnay is ideal after a long day
of work or play.

Thanks to the Uco Valley’s dry climate and phylloxera-resistant sandy soils,
farming organically at Domaine Bousquet, from day one, was not only
possible, but expedient. Other factors that set this landscape apart include
constant breezes from the Andes to the west, helping mitigate heat-stress
in this desert-like climate.

Varietal: 100% Chardonnay Alcohol: 9%
Acidity-Ph: 8.4/3.24 Residual Sugar : 1.15
Calories: 75 Calories per 5 oz serving

Expert Review - Vintage 2023

Tonya Pitts of the Wine Enthusiast writes 93 Points | This wine is supple, bright, with aromas of White peach, apple, citrus, and acacia honey on the nose. The flavors on the palate are ripe Golden Delicious apple, nectarine, orange cream, and a dry long finish. Pair with Grilled Seabass.

Winemaker Description 

Only 9 Percent Alcohol. The new way to Chardonnay. Bright and balanced, the Kendall-Jackson Low Calorie Chardonnay delivers the quality you know and love with less than 100 calories per serving. This white wine displays flavors of mango and papaya, highlighted by delicate notes of white flower. Aged in small oak barrels gives this wine a touch of vanilla and hazelnut on the mid-palate that broadens through an elegant finish. Nutrition Facts: Each glass (5 oz. serving) contains only 85 calories, 3 grams of carbs, and 0 sugar per serving. 

Expert Review - Vintage 2021

Jim Gordon of the Wine Enthusiast writes 87 Points | Obvious oak spices and butter dominate this rich-tasting but low-alcohol wine. It is oaky and rather soft textured, pushing the Chardonnay buttons well and ready for a party.  

Winemaker Description 

9 Percent alcohol. At only 80 calories per serving, Brightful Chardonnay offers a bright, full-flavored expression with the same SIMI quality we've been delivering since 1876.

Obvious oak spices and butter dominate this rich-tasting but low-alcohol wine. It is oaky and rather soft textured, pushing the Chardonnay buttons well and ready for a party.

Expert Review - Vintage 2021 

Michael Alberty of the Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | I'm a Kansas kid, so I'm a sucker for a sunflowers. The juice inside this bottle, however, is what will make me buy it again. The Sunflower offers aromas of lemon, rosemary and a wee bit of butterscotch. A rich texture and lemon curd and brioche flavors are counterpointed by tangy acidity. Pour with The Wizard of Oz.

Eric Guido OF Vinous writes 92 Points | Honeyed flowers, green melon, chamomile and hints of gingery spice waft up from the 2021 Chardonnay The Sunflower. Soothingly round, this impresses with its depths of ripe pit fruits and candied citrus tones, all perfectly offset by a salty tinge of minerality. The 2021 leaves a cheek-puckering freshness and minty herbal tones, finishing with staining length and freshness.  Drinking 2024 to 2028.  - Vinous 92

James Suckling writes 91 Points | A refreshing and citrusy chardonnay with notes of lemons, baking spices and some blanched almonds. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Focused and well-made, with a delicious finish. Drink now. 

Winemaker Description 

A full-bodied and fruity wine, with hints of apricot, melon and peach.

A combination of oak barrel fermentation and slow fermentation at low temperature in a stainless steel tank. The aging of the wine in oak barrels gives it aromas of vanilla, caramel and honey.

The Tishbi winery has a history that spans more than 120 years in Israel; one that intersects with many of the famous names of modern Israel’s short history. The story begins in 1882, when Malka and Michael Chemelitsky immigrated to the city of Shefeya at the foothills of Zichron Yaakov.

There they worked for the Carmel Wine Co-op that was founded by Baron Edmund de Rothschild in the late 1800s. They worked the land, planting vineyards, clearing rubble and stones, with nothing more than the barest of tools and technology. The work was backbreaking and endless, and unfortunately more work, was the only reward for many of the early immigrants, that came to settle the barren land.

However, for the few farmers that were lucky to work with Edmund, they saw salvation from his deep pockets, huge heart, and massive resources that he brought to bear, to teach, bolster, and, ultimately, build the, then fledgling, wine industry into the forebear of where it is today.

Winemaker Description 

TopBox wines are crafted to showcase the unique style of Washington wine and highlight how each varietal expresses that style in its own way. The fruit is the real star in this wine, which is crafted to have a balance between fresh fruit and acidity. For the Chardonnay, we also add in the use of some oak to lift the structure of the wine while still letting the fruit shine. Weve made the wine to be complex enough to hold an experienced consumers interest, but still being approachable for all consumers.

Notes of Fresh Fruit, Baked Pear, Caramel, and Toasted Nuts

Expert Review - Vintage 2019

James Suckling 93 Points | White lavender, spiced pears, lemon peel, juniper berries, cedar and smoked almonds on the nose. Full-bodied with fresh acidity and a sleek, creamy palate. Spicy, toasty and vibrant. Drink now or hold.

The Wine Advocate 91 Points | The 2019 Chardonnay leaps with bold scents of white peaches, honeydew melon and ripe apples, followed by hints of toasted almonds and orange blossoms. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly styled with loads of zippy stone fruit and melon flavors and a citrus lift on the finish.

Wine Spectator 91 Points | Stylish and elegant, there's juicy peach, citrus and melon flavors with accents of lemon blossom, a crushed rock minerality and salted ripe melon notes, with notes of marzipan and toasted sesame seed on the finish. Drink now. 754 cases made.

Winemaker Description

This Chardonnay reflects AXR's commitment to quality wines and their trust in the palate of Winemaker/Partner, Jean Hoefliger. This Chardonnay provides a well-rounded and balanced display of the varietal with vibrancy, acid, minerality and fruit. Elegant and plush with aromas of toasted bread, blood orange, caramel, vanilla and white flowers. The palate has a round entrance evolving on vanilla, apricot jam, tangerine, yellow cherries, tiramisu and delicate spice.

Winemaker Description 

Our bright, medium-bodied and food-friendly William Hill Estate North Coast Chardonnay offers ripe fruit flavors of ripe melon, mandarin orange, peach and tropical fruit, supported by complex notes of citrus blossom and brown spice. Delicately structured and smooth, this refreshing, well-balanced wine has a crisp acidity and soft, creamy mouthfeel.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023 

Tasting Panel 93 Points | Aromas of rich golden apple and vanilla bean lead to toasty oak, lemon zest, and salty minerality. Vibrant acidity is a focal point on the palate, along with a refreshingly bright and clean finish.

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | A ripe mix of orchard, stone and tropical fruits carry into a depth of spices and a long finish. An approachable and friendly Chardonnay perfect to open with family and friends.

Winemaker Description 

Bright and lively, the 2023 Post & Beam Chardonnay displays hints of lemon curd, honeysuckle and orange blossom on the nose, with flavors of melon, passionfruit, and Anjou pear all sitting nicely on the palate. The finish is vibrant with lifted acidity and lingering notes of French vanilla that is a true and unique expression of Carneros Chardonnay.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022

Tasting Panel 93 Points | Medium- bodied, with juicy peach, honeysuckle, and Meyer lemon. Wispy notes of lanolin and a silky vanilla toastiness are endearing.

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Heavy aromas of oak char and toasted almonds lead to a spicy, rich palate of white and black pepper, pineapple and butter in this robust, swaggering wine.

Winemaker Description 

Pale yellow with straw highlights. Aromatics of peach honeysuckle, apple blossom, and lemon balm. Flavors of pear, yellow apple, baked tart and with notes of vanilla. This is a classic Napa Valley Chardonnay with bright acidity, medium bodied, and a smooth, creamy finish. Complex and well-balanced with a lively finish.

Pair with herb vrusted halibut, steamed mussels with fries or a fresh caprese salad.

Expert Review - Vintage 2022

James Suckling 93 Points | From warmer parts of Sonoma County, this rich and luxurious wine offers golden apples, yellow peaches, hints of caramel and vanilla on a full body and rounded, mouth-filling texture.

Winemaker Description 

This wonderfully complex Sonoma County Chardonnay has aromatics of caramel toffee and exotic lychee with hints of spice, sugar babies and lemon pie filing. In the mouth, the wine is lush and viscous but packs extraordinary depth of flavor rich with lemon pie, luscious caramel and vanilla wafer. This round yet delicate wine finishes with bright acidity and a creamy finish.

Winemaker Description 

As you wander through California’s picturesque vineyards, you come upon vista points that overlook breathtaking views. These pristine vineyards inspire winemaker John Willumson to carefully select premium grapes for the rich varietals offered by Vista Point vineyard.

Winemaker Description

The 2022 Red Shoulder Ranch is a refreshing, vibrant Chardonnay characterized by its lush, glass-filling aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, and exotic fruit. On the palate it offers a graceful balance of energy and richness, with flavors of white melon, apricot, ripe pineapple, flint, honey, and Crème Brûlée. With its pure, Chablis-like acidity this vintage offers effortless structure and elegant balance with a long, delightful finish.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022

Wine Enthusiast 97 Points | All elegance and silk, this beautifully balanced wine offers a lively texture, with subtle lemon, toast and kiwi flavors on a full body. The mouthfeel is graceful and mouthwatering, backed by acidity that perfectly meets the generous fruit flavors. Making a wine of this caliber in thousands of cases is quite an accomplishment.

James Suckling 96 Points | A vibrant, agile and poised Chardonnay with aromas of pears, apples, sweet spices, jasmine and hints of stones. It’s medium- to full-bodied with precise definition on the palate. Fresh acidity and crunchy fruity at the center and a velvety touch to the edge, bringing volume and a voluptuous character throughout. Lively and long finish.

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points | I love the 2022 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch. It's a richer, broad, yet still fresh and lively Chardonnay with ripe citrus and pineapple fruits, medium to full body, a layered mouthfeel, and terrific toast, brioche, honeysuckle, and lemon oil aromatics. It will keep for 4-6 years, if not longer, but I love it today.

Expert Review - Vintage 2015

Paul Gregutt from the Wine Enthusiast writes 95 Points | From Draper clone vines planted in 1965, this bright gold-hued wine brings myriad details to its apple, jicama, white peach and nut oil flavors. A whiff of smoke carries throughout, and its sheer complexity strains the vocabulary. Stay with it as more subtle layers unfold. Though seductive now, it should mature well through 2030. — Paul Gregutt 

James Suckling 92 Points | A layered and fresh white with cooked apples, honey and straw. Medium- to full- bodied, creamy and textured wine with fresh and pretty fruit. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.

Winemaker Description 

Olivier Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc Les Sétilles (family garden) has become one of the most popular items in the entire Frederick Wildman portfolio. Year in/ year out this wine represents impeccable quality and unsurpassed value in the French wine category. This wine exceeds expectations of even the most discriminating of palates.

Les Sétilles is sourced from vineyards within the communes of Puligny Montrachet and Meursault, with each village representing roughly half of the final blend. Grapes are sourced from multiple plots within each village in an effort to maximize complexity of the final wine.

Vintage consistency is the goal with this wine so the blending of lots and aging technique will vary according. Roughly 60% of the wine is aged in Allier oak, only 10% of which is new. The remaining 40% of the wine is aged in stainless steel to preserve clean varietal character.

Expert Reviews 

Audrey Frick of JebDunnuck.com writes 92 Points | The NV Champagne Blanc De Blancs is based on 80% 2017, with 20% reserve wine (a larger percentage that Delamotte has been using over the past several years due to climate change). The
wine comes from the three villages of Avize, Oger, and Mesnil sur Oger and pours a pale but bright yellow hue. Expressive on opening, floral aromas as well as notes of poached pear, fresh honeysuckle, almond, and lemon sherbet lift from the glass. Medium-bodied, with a refined mousse, it has even acidity through the palate and has a chalky texture, with a good linear drive through the finish. With 7 grams per liter dosage, it’s attractively balanced and rounds out the palate in a lovely way. It has notable freshness for the vintage. Drink 2024-2034.

James Suckling 93 Points | Croissants, toasted sourdough, white pears, acacia and lemon meringue pie. Salty almond notes on the palate. Deliciously saline and creamy, with silky bubbles and a gently toasty finish. 100% chardonnay from Mesnil, Avize and Oger. Based on 2017 vintage with 20% reserve wines. Drink now. 

Winemaker Description 

Made from Grand Cru Chardonnay, Delamotte Blanc de Blancs exhibits absolute purity, with the vinification process taking place in stainless steel tanks. Blanc de Blancs is a mineral champagne, with a chalky sensation achieved by a modest addition of reserve wine (10% maximum). This particular note is the very essence of our vineyard and its Chardonnays, which grow in a pure chalk soil. Yes, the wines may be a little austere when young, which is why maturation on the lees – far longer than the statutory fifteen months – extends to four or five years before disgorgement. Ageing after disgorgement continues to perfect the finesse and elegance of this cuvée.

Winemaker Description 

We harvest 70% of our Chardonnay at night when the grapes are cool to retain the natural acidity, then cold ferment those lots in stainless steel, without malolactic fermentation or barrel aging, to highlight the citrus and green apple flavors. We whole-cluster press 30% of the best fruit and barrel ferment that portion in French oak barrels.

The barrel fermented lots undergo secondary malolactic fermentation and age on the lees for six to eight months to develop roundness and body.

The 2019 is a full bodied, yet well balanced Chardonnay with just a kiss of oak. There are aromas of apple, pear, pineapple, and vanilla mixed with floral notes. Hints of citrus and bright flavors of pear, apple, tropical fruits and peaches fill the glass.

This is a Chardonnay that will appeal to a broad group of wine drinkers!

Winemaker Description 

Lightly touched by wood aging, this ripe wine is both crisp and rich. Its briskness brings in a mineral edge while the ripeness produces the rich apple and apricot fruits. 

The palate is very well balanced, skillfully blending vivacity and roundness. Meyer lemon, golden apple, peach, toasted oak and fresh cream. Medium in body, with medium-plus intensity and nice viscosity on the palate.

Winemaker Description 

Skyside Chardonnay shows beautiful aromas of honeysuckle, bright citrus notes of Meyer lemon and mandarin orange followed by aromas of apricot and white peach.

The wine enters subtly, filling the mid-palate with peach and citrus fruit notes. These flavors linger as they weave together with subtle oak notes and elegant acidity to lengthen the finish.

Winemaker Description 

Full-bodied with ripe stone fruit flavors balanced with high acidity, toasty oak, honey and hints of spice. Finishes with creamy notes of butterscotch and vanilla.

Expert Review - Vintage 2010

Antonio Galloni of Vinous writes 98 Points  | Dinner starts with a fresh, briny oyster and a glass of 2010 Dom Ruinart. It’s a beautiful pairing. I have always loved the 2010 for the way it straddles the worlds of Champagne and still wine. It is absolutely glorious on this night. In fact, I could have had it for the entire meal. A deep, luscious morel broth and Brittany scallops are other highlights among the amuse-bouches. (Drink between 2023-2050).

Winemaker Description 

Indulge in the pure expression of Chardonnay with Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 2010. A vintage Champagne capturing the elegance and finesse of Chardonnay, with notes of citrus blossom, green apple, and a refined minerality. A perfect aperitif or accompaniment to delicate seafood dishes.