2022 Mountain & Vine Vineyards Chardonnay
It’s been a while since I’ve done of these, and the 2022 Mountain & Vine Chardonnay, a member of the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Case, is a pretty good place to start.
Chardonnay
2018 Xanadu DJL Chardonnay
Maybe the best value wine I’ve sipped on this year. The 2018 Xanadu “DJL” Chardonnay from the Margaret River region of Western Australia is balanced, with bright acidity that will leave you wondering why you didn’t buy more than one bottle.
2017 Rudy Chardonnay Knights Valley
A crisp stainless steel Chardonnay with just a bit of roundness and mineral notes and a touch of green apple and stone fruit. See my full notes.
NV Domaine Bousquet Charmat Brut Rose’
Need a last minute idea for bubbles before midnight? Here’s a brut rose’ from Argentina that’s budget-friendly, easy to find, and won’t leave you questioning if it was worth the calories.
2019 River Road Double Oaked Chardonnay
You want oaked Chardonnay? This isn’t the wine for you. You want DOUBLE oaked Chardonnay? Welcome to the party pal. See me dive headfirst into a wine that isn’t shy about what it’s trying to do.
Oregon Wine Trail Virtual Masterclass Tasting
Think you know Oregon wine? Did you know they grow Malbec and Grenache in addition to Pinot Noir? You do now. Check out my thoughts on this (amazing) virtual tasting by the Oregon Wine Board and Master the World.