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November 2019 - US Chardonnay

November 2019 - US Chardonnay
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Adastra 2017 Chardonnay
94 points
$39
Adastra
2017 Chardonnay
Bright gold color. Aromas of cinnamon-dusted toasted croissant, pineapple, mango, peach pie, and flint with a round, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, elegant, long silky creme brulee, rum sauce, and hazelnut cream finish with well-integrated, silky tannins and heavy oak flavor. An oak-laden Chardonnay with silky texture and delectable fruit.
94 points $39
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Maddalena 2017 Chardonnay
93 points
$20
Best Buy
Maddalena
2017 Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Inviting aromas and flavors of caramel apple fritter, toasted croissant, baking spices, and kiwi with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a seamless, complex, medium-long finish displaying shades of spiced pineapple, apricot, and meyer lemon with moderate oak flavor. A rich and oak-centric Chardonnay with great style and length.
93 points $20 Best Buy
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McIlroy 2018 Aquarius Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay
93 points
$36
McIlroy
2018 Aquarius Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Tropical aromas of lime curd, pineapple relish, ripe pear, cut grass, and toasted hawaiian roll with a velvety, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, layered, long allspice, cinnamon-caramel, mango tart, and praline finish with heavy oak flavor. A concentrated Chardonnay with vibrant, tropical fruit and superbly integrated, silky oak.
93 points $36
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Adastra 2017 Boundless Optimism "America, America" Chardonnay
93 points
$38
Adastra
2017 Boundless Optimism "America, America" Chardonnay
Golden yellow color. Aromas and flavors of coconut cream, ripe mango, tangerine zest, and vanilla custard with a velvety, crisp, fruity medium body and a silky, amusing, medium-long finish with shades of caramel drizzled pineapple, whipped cream, allspice, and marzipan with heavy oak flavor. A plush, palate-enveloping Chardonnay with big Carneros swagger.
93 points $38
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Grgich Hills 2016 Estate Grown Chardonnay
93 points
$43
Grgich Hills
2016 Estate Grown Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of spiced pineapple, ripe mango, ripe apricot, caramel-apple, sandalwood, and hint of anise with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium body and a smooth, appealing, medium-long finish with accents of tarragon with heavy oak flavor. An oaky, tropical Chardonnay with great acidity that keeps you coming back for another sip.
93 points $43
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Lobo 2018 Single Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay
93 points
$60
Lobo
2018 Single Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of cream soda, buttered popcorn, apple pie, and magnolia with a silky, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, delightful, medium-long finish with heavy oak flavor. A creamy, oaky Chardonnay with staying power.
93 points $60
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McIlroy 2018 Chardonnay
92 points
$24.99
McIlroy
2018 Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Oaky aromas of apple fritters, kettle corn, hints of coffee bean, and roasted almond with a round, crisp, off-dry full body and a tingling, nuanced, medium-long walnut praline and cocoa butter finish with coating tannins and heavy oak flavor. A bold, oak-centric Chardonnay that drapes the palate in silky, creamy, roasty flavors.
92 points $24.99
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San Simeon 2017 Chardonnay
92 points
$25
San Simeon
2017 Chardonnay
Light gold color. Aromas of vanilla-almond bark, white chocolate, apple pie, coconut, and orange peel with a full body and a distinctive, long toasty bread pudding, rich caramel latte, honeysuckle, and ripe apricot finish. A beautiful Chardonnay that’s at once approachable and rich in style and character.
92 points $25
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Adastra 2017 NOak Chardonnay
92 points
$27.95
Adastra
2017 N'Oak Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of cajeta, chai tea, shortbread, and orange chiffon with a velvety, crisp, fruity medium body and a graceful, intricate, medium-long finish with no oak flavor. A buttery, decadent Chardonnay with dulce de leche-like flavors for lovers of oaky and unoaked Chardonnay alike; pair with spicy Latin fare.
92 points $27.95
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Page Mill Winery 2018 VS Chardonnay
91 points
$36
Page Mill Winery
2018 VS Chardonnay
Straw color. Aromas of mocha latte, coconut buttercream, pineapple cake, and apple charlotka with a satiny, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and a warming, complex, long tea with lemon and honey and buttered nuts finish with heavy oak flavor. A heavily oaked New World Chardonnay that maintains a delicacy that keeps it bright, refreshing, and effortlessly drinkable.
91 points $36
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Parmelee-Hill 2018 Chardonnay
91 points
$40
Parmelee-Hill
2018 Chardonnay
Pale straw color. Aromas and flavors of lemon meringue pie and vanilla steamer with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a warming, appealing, medium-long finish evoking accents of apricot-mango yogurt and yuzu marmalade with moderate oak flavor. A crisp and focused Chardonnay with bright tropical fruit and balanced oak.
91 points $40
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Zeffer Hills 2018 Chardonnay
90 points
$18.99
Zeffer Hills
2018 Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas of apricot-almond tea cakes, ripe peach, and pineapple custard with a vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and an even, complex, medium-long buttercream, toasted almond slivers, candied pineapple, and burnt sugar finish with heavy oak flavor. A tantalizing Chardonnay with stately oak, bright tropical fruit, and an unrelenting finish.
90 points $18.99
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Golden Winery 2018 Chardonnay
89 points
$15
Best Buy
Golden Winery
2018 Chardonnay
Golden yellow color. Aromas and flavors of peach muffin, pear tart, spiced pineapple, and clove-studded tangerine with a silky, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, compelling, medium-length finish with light oak flavor. A silky and vibrant Chardonnay with elegant fruit.
89 points $15 Best Buy
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Maddalena 2017 Estate Reserve Chardonnay
89 points
$20
Maddalena
2017 Estate Reserve Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Oaky aromas and flavors of buttered crepes, honey-drizzled apples, turmeric, coconut, and clove with a round, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tingling, engaging, medium-long finish displaying nuances of toast with coating tannins and heavy oak flavor. A bold but bright oak-bomb of a wine that will delight fans of the style.
89 points $20
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Dusted Valley 2017 Olsen Vineyard Chardonnay
89 points
$36
Dusted Valley
2017 Olsen Vineyard Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of toast, orange marmalade, pineapple chutney, and nougat with a supple, bright, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a silky, medium-length finish with suggestions of butter with moderate oak flavor. A restrained and gentle Chardonnay with an elegant use of oak.
89 points $36
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2Hawk 2017 Darow Series Chardonnay
89 points
$46
2Hawk
2017 Darow Series Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas of apple pastry, cola, vanilla custard, and sponge cake with a velvety, crisp, fruity medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length whipped cream, melba toast, and delicate baking spice finish. A silky-smooth Chardonnay with front-and-center oaky character and great acidity.
89 points $46
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No Curfew 2018 Chardonnay
88 points
$12.99
Best Buy
No Curfew
2018 Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas of apple pie a la mode and pineapple upside down cake with a satiny, crisp, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, snappy butter and baking spices finish with moderate oak flavor. A palate pleaser.
88 points $12.99 Best Buy
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Bargetto 2018 Regan Vineyards Chardonnay
88 points
$35
Bargetto
2018 Regan Vineyards Chardonnay
Light gold color. Aromas of caramel apple, raspberry jam, strawberry candle, and chocolate with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium body and a silky, medium-length pineapple sticky pudding, pressed flowers, and white rose finish with heavy oak flavor. A distinctive and conversation-worthy Chardonnay with unexpected but delightful notes of berries.
88 points $35
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Frey 2018 Chardonnay
87 points
$15
Best Buy
Frey
2018 Chardonnay
Golden yellow color. Aromas of candied peach and maple cookies with a silky, vibrant, dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length peanut brittle, buttered popcorn, caramel, and roasted agave finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor. A rich, caramelly Chardonnay for autumn sipping.
87 points $15 Best Buy
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Penns Woods 2018 Reserve Chardonnay
87 points
$28
Penns Woods
2018 Reserve Chardonnay
Straw color. Aromas and flavors of caramel-apple, buttered toast, pineapple relish, and mango preserves with a velvety, bright, fruity medium body and a smooth, carefree finish with nuances of creme brulee and apple compote with light oak flavor. A smooth-sipping buttery Chardonnay with big fruit.
87 points $28
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Barefoot NV Chardonnay
86 points
$6.99
Best Buy
Barefoot
NV Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas of apple fritter, tea with lemon, and caramel with a satiny, crisp, fruity light-to-medium body and a sleek, breezy buttered brioche and cinnamon finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor. A crisp,breezy, easy-drinking Chardonnay.
86 points $6.99 Best Buy
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Biltmore Estate 2018 Chardonnay
86 points
$15
Best Buy
Biltmore Estate
2018 Chardonnay
Gold color. Aromas of ripe pear, roasted marcona almonds, bruleed banana, and meyer lemon with a silky, crisp, fruity light-to-medium body and a graceful, medium-length butter cookies and glazed pineapple finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor. An oaky, tropical Chardonnay that hits the spot.
86 points $15 Best Buy
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Cannonball 2017 Chardonnay
86 points
$15.99
Cannonball
2017 Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas of vanilla caramel, tiramisu, starfruit, and lime peel with a satiny, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and an interesting, relaxed frosted cinnamon roll and spiced apples finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor. An oaky crowd pleaser with lots of flavor.
86 points $15.99
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Crestwood 2017 Chardonnay
85 points
$7.99
Crestwood
2017 Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of toasted marshmallow, tobacco, caramel, and pumpkin spice latte with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium body and a seamless, medium-length finish that shows impressions of buttercream and white chocolate with moderate oak flavor. A silky-smooth Chardonnay for autumnal sipping.
85 points $7.99
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Frey 2018 Sun and Rain Chardonnay
85 points
$15
Frey
2018 Sun and Rain Chardonnay
Yellow straw color. Aromas of ripe agave, whipped sweet potato with butter, and toasted crumpet with a satiny, sharp, dry medium body and a peppery, breezy white peppercorns and dried pineapple finish with moderate oak flavor. A Chardonnay quaffer to serve with a good chill.
85 points $15
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Dennis Drummond Wine Co NV Chardonnay
81 points
$30
Dennis Drummond Wine Co
NV Chardonnay
Straw green color. Aromas and flavors of breakfast croissant sandwich, apple compote, caramelized onions, overripe mango, and yeasty dough with a satiny, bright, sweet watery body and a smooth, buoyant finish with light oak flavor. A funky, sweet Chardonnay to try in spritzers.
81 points $30
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