Reviews & Ratings

2008 Shafer Vineyards Chardonnay "Red Shoulder Ranch"

Winery: Shafer Vineyards

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Red Shoulder Ranch"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Carneros

State or country: CA

Price: $48

Cases produced: 6,000

KWG Score: 93.2 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: October 28, 2010

Wine Review: This light yellow colored wine opens with a mild oak and lemon lime bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied and quite creamy, yet expresses pleasant acidity. The flavor profile is a tasty butter and green apple with notes of spice and gentle oak. The finish is dry and fresh. This wine would pair quite well with chicken piccata. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Crisp exotic spice, rich melon, honeysuckle, apricot, all held together with bright acidity, good structure and elegant balance. — ELIAS FERNANDEZ

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