Reviews & Ratings

2020 Merry Edwards Chardonnay "Olivet Lane"

Winery: Merry Edwards

Vintage: 2020

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Olivet Lane"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $68

Cases produced: 485

KWG Score: 92 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: December 30, 2023

Wine Review: This straw-colored Chardonnay opens with a lemon tea and red apple bouquet with hints of croissant. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round and fresh. The flavor profile is a mild coconut and gentle oak blend with notes of Anjou pear and almond. I also detected hints of chalky minerality, banana and herbal tea. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity are very nicely extended. Fans of this style of Chard will like this one a lot. I would suggest pairing it with a crab stuffed baked halibut. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Olivet Lane, a heritage property and one of the oldest existing vineyards in the appellation, has been recognized as a prime producer of Russian River Valley Chardonnay. Our 2021 single-vineyard Chardonnay is classic Olivet Lane: bright and luscious. Scents of fresh summer peaches, kiwi, lemon zest, white flowers, and lush butterscotch rise from the glass. The bright entry leads to a core of juicy acidity. This wine dances across your palate, with a warm toasty finish featuring accents of yellow stone fruit, cream soda, and honeycomb.

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