Reviews & Ratings

2015 Carol Shelton Chardonnay "Wild Thing"

Winery: Carol Shelton

Vintage: 2015

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Wild Thing"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $18

Cases produced: 1,109

KWG Score: 86.2 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: November 19, 2017

Wine Review: The nose on this Sonoma County Chardonnay is complex, with pungent dairy, wet slate and steamed broccoli aromas. On the palate, the wine is medium-plus in body, opening with braised pear and pink grapefruit flavors followed by a hint of almond toward the finish. The oak treatment is moderate and leaves a whipped butter mouthfeel. Some acidity further brightens the fruit, while the tannins are resolved. Enjoyed with salmon a la plancha. - Jeoff

Winemaker Notes: Soft creamy mouthfeel, punctuated by a sliver of bright acidity. Very food compatible with chicken, pork or fish!

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