A fantastic full-bodied Chardonnay featuring ripe pears, apples, citrus hints, honey, and caramel notes.
Producer
Cattleya Wines
Region
Russian River Valley, Sonoma, CA
Country
USA
Varietal Composition
100% Chardonnay
Specifications
2021
Vintage
2029
Drink By
15
%
ABV
Vinification
Whole cluster pressed, then primary and malolactic fermentations in barrel over 4 months, followed by 18 months in French oak (60% new). Bottled unfined and unfiltered
Occasional wine note
We love this Chardonnay and all that's going on here. This is a full-bodied Chard with ripe pears and apples, hints of citrus, touches of honey, and bits of caramel. Fantastic!
What experts say about this wine
96
/
100
Wine Independent
The 2021 The Temptress Chardonnay, from Benovia Vineyard, features fragrant scents of juicy pears, honeysuckle, and allspice plus hints of cashews and honeycomb with a touch of lime blossom. The full-bodied palate is intense and multilayered, with a decadently creamy texture and amazing length.
94
/
100
Wine Spectator
Offers fleshy, lush and rich notes of vanilla pudding, mango puree and marmalade, with crunchy acidity and hints of salted butterscotch, Fuji apple and orange blossom that linger.
pairing recommendation
Poultry
Fish
Mushroom
Root Vegetables
Cream Sauce
Soft Cheese
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