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2024 Bezel Chardonnay "San Luis Obispo Coast"

Bezel 2024 Chardonnay

Winery: Bezel

Vintage: 2024

Wine Name/Vineyard: "San Luis Obispo Coast"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: San Luis Obispo

State or country: CA

Price: $25

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91.5 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91.5)

Review date: April 7, 2026

Wine Review: This California Chardonnay from the San Luis Obispo Coast region is a medium golden yellow color and presents aromas of butter, Bartlett pear, gardenias, pineapple, toasted hazelnuts, and fresh lemon. On the palate it is fresh, yet complex. The mouthfeel is slightly creamy and supple with good balance. It is medium-plus bodied with integrated medium-plus acidity. I found it to be sophisticated, yet enjoyable to most folks. There are flavors of lemon curd, crisp pear, lime, saline, and gentle oak with notes of pear and vanilla. The tangy finish is dry and steely. Serve with a Tuna Poke bowl with creamy avocado. -Mark

Winemaker Notes: Playful. Sassy. Full of life. Our fresh-faced San Luis Obispo Coast Chardonnay is a character you can’t wait to meet. Aromas of lemon zest and white peach with subtle notes of sesame seeds and a mouthwatering acidity. Uplifting flavors of lemon zest and Granny Smith apple shine bright, with juicy pear and the warm hug of vanilla spice. Pair with a lobster roll.

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