Reviews & Ratings

2012 William Hill Chardonnay "Napa Valley"

Winery: William Hill

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $25

Cases produced: 29,000

KWG Score: 90.2 (based on 4 reviews)

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

Review date: May 1, 2014

Wine Review: This deep yellow colored Chardonnay opens with a mild apple and faint oak bouquet with a hint of butterscotch. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced and creamy. The flavor profile is a tasty apple and pear blend with hints of oak, pineapple, and peach. The finish is dry and its flavors fade away nicely. This Chard is very good and a second glass is warranted. It is also food friendly, I would pair it with a wild mushroom and chicken tortellini smothered with a butter cream sauce. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Our 2012 Napa Valley Chardonnay was made from a mix of grapes grown in the cool Carneros and warmer St. Helena AVAs. Ripe tree fruit and heady notes of baked apple are supported by layers of caramel, brown spice and toasted oak flavors. This wine has a rich palate and silky mouthfeel, with moderate sweetness and a long, lingering finish.

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