Reviews & Ratings

2021 Rombauer Chardonnay "Carneros"

Winery: Rombauer

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Carneros"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Carneros

State or country: CA

Price: $40

Cases produced: 200,000

KWG Score: 93 (based on 3 reviews)

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

Review date: June 30, 2023

Wine Review: This pale straw-colored Chardonnay from Rombauer opens with a fragrant oak, vanilla, and Bartlett pear bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with moderate acidity. The mouthfeel balanced, round and concentrated. The flavor profile is an oak, butterscotch, and ripe pear blend with notes of Dr. Brown’s cream soda and baking spice. I also detected some hints of dried coconut in the after taste. The finish is dry and its flavors last for a very long time. This Chard would appeal to the oak lover crowd. Theresa approved! I would drink this Chard on its own. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Ripe peach, citrus fruits, spice, and pie crust aromas all mingle and lift from the glass. The citrus supported by notes of apricot continues onto the palate which is concentrated with a rich, creamy middle palate, and strong supporting acidity. The finish is long and marked with hints of vanilla. This wine will continue to build richness as it ages in the bottle. The consummate Chardonnay pairing is lobster, prepared any way. We suggest, lobster rolls on a summer day with a glass of our chilled Carneros Chardonnay.

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