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1996 Chardonnay "The aromas and flavors of this cool climate chardonnay are all bright and crisp, giving a real sense of the landscape in Mendocino. The nose is quiet at first, with apple and pear aromas and a whiff of oak. Keen acidity and flavors of green apple and quince come through this refreshing and satisfying wine. Take it on a fall picnic in the Mendocino Highlands." -- Wine & Spirits Buying Guide
"An openly fruity style, floral and
spicy, with ripe apple, melon, fig and citrus flavors that
are well focused. Drink now." --Wine
Spectator
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"Appealing sweet apple fruit scents
are enriched by oak and suggestions of leesy complexing
notes. Slightly rounded and fruity on entry, the wine is
well-balanced while edging toward tartness and has flavors
combining green apples, citrus and oak. A cleanly preserved
and enjoyable Chardonnay, this one will serve well with
baked halibut or simple chicken dishes." -- Connoisseurs'
Guide
"A fine, complex, elegant wine, which
is supple, delicate in flavor (vanilla, toast, butterscotch,
honey), and medium long on the finish." -- Restaurant
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1997 Chardonnay |
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Grapes from DuPratt Vineyard |
Silver, Orange County
Fair |