In our Chardonnay, bright, fruit-focused flavors keep cadence with sweet essence of oak. Baked pear, Braeburn apple and sweet tangerine are accented by wafts of floral and nutmeg. Well-balanced, the fruit remains bright and crisp, complemented by just enough oak to lend structure and complexity. This wine’s versatility makes it pleasant for sipping as well as a perfect complement to sautéed scallops or stuffed chicken breast.
Monterey, Central Coast, CA- This has the classic citrus-pineapple tropical fruit aromas of the region, combined with luscious pear flavors, crisp acidity and bright floral aromas. The oak is beautifully integrated with the fruit.
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The Chalone Vineyard Monterey Chardonnay exhibits ripe citrus flavors with a hint of creaminess; soft and smooth in the finish.
90 pts Wine & Spirits | This Estate Chardonnay is crisp and refreshing with a beautiful golden hue. It opens up with nuances of stone fruit, wet rock and a hint of oak. Our Burgundian style Chardonnay boasts a unique minerality and exceptional complexity derived from mature vineyards coupled with ancient limestone that runs through the Chalone AVA. Pair this Chardonnay with creamy lobster mac and cheese topped with crunchy, golden bread crumbs.
This wine is fresh and approachable, with silky wild cherry, cranberry, rose and high-mountain sage notes. Hints of sweet oak spices elevate the aromas and linger on the finish. While we made this wine to be more fruit focused than our terroir-focused Chalone Estate wines, it shows the intriguing minerality that is the signature of the Chalone appellation. Winemaker Robert Cook recommends this Pinot Noir with seafood paella, truffle mushroom ravioli, pork medallions served over creamy polenta, roasted turkey with sage stuffing, or grilled salmon.