Primarily Chardonnay with other white aromatics and a small amount of Malvasia Bianca from California.
SRP of $15 and available for as low as $9. Sample submitted for review.
From the bottle:
"Our delicious HandCraft Chardonnay is easy to enjoy with its bright citrus, peach and lush cream flavors. I've added a personal touch with a bit of Malvasia Bianca, an Italian grape variety, which adds lovely white floral aromas. In this way, the wines are like me, with a California home and a touch of Italian heritage. Savor a glass on its own, or pair with salads, chicken or seafood. -- Cheryl Indelicato, Proprietor
13.5% Alcohol"
The 2011 Handcraft Chardonnay begins with pleasant aromas of lemon, green apple, pear, peach and a little honeysuckle along with a hint of nutty note. Tasting reveals a fresh, fruity and refreshing wine full of citrus and pear plus secondary notes of toasty oak and vanilla cream. This medium-bodied wine is smooth with good acidity. It ends with the return of those honeysuckle notes from nose plus long lasting zesty citrus. Quite a nice wine!
Also check out our review of the Highly Recommended HandCraft Petite Sirah 2010 - A Big Wine At A Small Price.
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Overall Rating: 8.0
