Reviews & Ratings

2010 Girasole Chardonnay "Mendocino"

Winery: Girasole

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Mendocino"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendocino

State or country: CA

Price: $13

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 85.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (87)

Review date: December 30, 2012

Wine Review: This yellow colored organic Chardonnay opens with a mild pear bouquet with a hint of apricot. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced, and round. The flavor profile is mild oak infused pear with a hint of mild butterscotch in the end. The finish is dry and pleasant. This mild Chardonnay would be a nice complement to many foods. I would pair it with Theresa's homemade Mac n'Cheese with smoked ham chucks. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The 2010 Girasole Vineyards Chardonnay showcases aromas of lemon-lime, kiwi and Granny Smith apples. A creamy entry fills the mouth with vanilla custard and shortbread cookies, which are framed beautifully by just a slight kiss of toasty French oak. This clean, fruit driven wine is sure to please even the most discriminating palates. Serve slightly chilled with seafood, creamy pastas and poultry dishes.

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