In one of our last blind tastings of the year, we lined up some amazing Chardonnays.
- Talley “Rosemary” (96 Parker)
- Flowers “Moon” (94 WS)
- Peter Michael “Point Rouge” (94 Parker)
- Tor (94 WS)
- Kistler “Vine Hill” (93 Parker)
- Auteur “Durrell” (93 AG)
- Littorai “Mays Canyon” (95 WS)
- Mount Eden (94 WS)
- Kosta Browne (93 WS)
- Paul Hobbs “Agustina” (93 AG)
- Caraccioli “Sleepy Hollow”
The winner: Caraccioli
Our group of 15 gave Caraccioli 7 First and 5 Second place votes, placing it ahead of Talley (5 First, 4 Second) and Peter Michael (3 First and 5 Second place votes).
Caraccioli 2009 Chardonnay “Sleepy Hollow” Santa Lucia Highlands
Retail 35.00 – GGWC 31.99
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This wine offers bold aromas and flavors. On the nose you are greeted by honeydew, citrus and Anjou pear aromas. On the palate, this full-bodied, clean Chardonnay entices you with lush flavors of apples and pears and a touch of mineral notes. The wine is full in body and well-balanced with the right touch of acidity intertwined with stunning fruit. The finish is long and clean. Small production.
This winery also produces a very nice Champagne (I know, Sparkling wine).
Caraccioli Brut Cuvee
Retail 58.00 – GGWC 49.99
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An awesome sparkling wine, the Caraccioli Brut Cuvee is composed of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir and offers a smooth yeasty nose and fruity aroma and bouquet of pears and apricots. The wine is rich and fleshy with toasty notes and a touch of minerality. Well-balanced sparkling that is complex, yet elegant and sophisticated!
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