Reviews & Ratings

2008 Navarro Vineyards Chardonnay "Mendocino"

Winery: Navarro Vineyards

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Mendocino"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendocino

State or country: CA

Price: $17

Cases produced: 2,653

KWG Score: 88 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: July 9, 2010

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored Chard is a very nice offering from Navarro. It opens with a mild green apple bouquet. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, balanced, and easy to drink. The flavor profile is a gentle green pear with a touch of lemon. The finish is dry and quite refreshing. This is a food friendly Chard that would pair well with lemon thyme chicken off the grill. Try some this summer. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The aromas are bright suggesting white spring flowers. The grape flavors are green apple and pear with just a hint of butter from the secondary fermentation. The roundness from aging sur lie in oak casks is adorned with an intriguing garnish of candied kumquats.

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