2016 Napa Valley Chardonnay
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Poured from a double magnum. Light nose but definite California ripeness and breadth. But then chalky acidity. Still very youthful! (JR)
Punteggi della critica
Tom Parker MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
Altre recensioni e punteggi
Light, fresh, yellow citrus, green apple and lemon peel with a touch of vanilla and flowers in a ready to drink format are what you find here. 90 Points
Juicy pear and peach aromas, this is stone-fruit led and spicy on the nose. The palate is fleshy and ripe, with a satiny texture cut through by bright acidity. The oak is a little heavy and disjointed on the finish, but the fruit still lingers. (TP)
Sourced mostly from a tiny site in Oak Knoll, the 2016 Chardonnay Napa Valley sees no malolactic fermentation and is brought up in 10-20% new French oak. It's a steely, racy effort that has pretty notes of tart citrus, apple blossom, lemon, and hints of minerality, Clean, medium-bodied, very vibrant and fresh, it's balanced and lengthy. It's going to age as well.
Informazioni sul produttore
Chateau Montelena is a historic Napa Valley estate that rose to global fame after its 1973 Chardonnay won the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Renowned for both its Chardonnay and Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery continues to produce elegant, age-worthy wines with a legacy of excellence.