Reviews & Ratings

2006 Charles Creek Vineyard Chardonnay "Las Patolitas"

Winery: Charles Creek Vineyard

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Las Patolitas"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $25

Cases produced: 1,800

KWG Score: 89 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93.99-90)

Review date: October 31, 2008

Wine Review: Charles Creek was a new discovery for me at this year’s Wine Blogger Conference. I was quite impressed with this Sonoma County Chardonnay. It is light yellow in color and opens with a light pear bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, well balanced, slightly creamy, and soft with tasty light lemon flavors with a touch of vanilla spice. The finish is dry and nicely fades away. I would pair this yummy wine with chicken cordon bleu. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: The latest edition of the popular Las Patolitas Chardonnay continues to emphasize fruit over oak. Bright aromas of pear, citrus and peach are touched by a hint of spice. In the mouth delicious tree fruits, such as honeycrisp apple and pear emerge with a hint of the vanillin, toast and pie spice derived from good French Oak. The texture is smooth with a generous mouthfeel and crisp finish.

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