Happy Thursday! A little birdie told me that today is National Chardonnay Day! Here’s a quick round up of some of my favorite Chardonnays to have on hand. While this is just a small list, each one of these wines is unique and expresses the terroir of their regions beautifully!
William Fevre Chablis Domaine 2018
Where are my unoaked Chard fans at? This wine is a classic example and very easy to find. Austere, with zippy lemon and green apple.
Big Table Farm 2018 Wild Bee Chardonnay
One of my all time favorites, you can’t go wrong with any BTF Chardonnay. Golden Apples, brioche, stone fruit and a hint of toffee and oak.
Liquid Farm Golden Slope Chardonnay 2016
A new favorite producer of mine! Golden Slope is named after the Mersault (golden slope) of Burgundy. A nice dose of minerality compliments the sweet lemon and golden apples with a nice, nutty finish.
Frequency 2018 Hilliard Bruce Chardonnay
A small producer based out of Santa Barbara, this wine is a true hidden gem. Lemon, crisp apple, subtle notes of oak and honey.
Far Niente Chardonnay 2018
This was one of my original goal wines to taste and continues to be a huge treat with each bottle. White and yellow peaches with fresh white flower, a hint of melon and citrus zest rounded out with baking spices and vanilla.
Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2017
An all time classic! buttery oak flavors meld with citrus and tropical fruits
Dutcher Crossing 2018 Winemakers’ Cellar Chardonnay
Crisp apple and pears, creamy lemon curd with subtle, well integrated notes of oak.
If you haven’t had the chance to visit Frank Family in Napa, make sure you add it to your next visit! Yellow apples, lemon/lime, baked pear and toasty oak.
