Reviews & Ratings

2016 Joseph Phelps Chardonnay "Freestone Vineyards"

Winery: Joseph Phelps

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Freestone Vineyards"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma Coast

State or country: CA

Price: $60

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 92.6 (based on 5 reviews)

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

Review date: June 26, 2018

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Chardonnay from Joseph Phelps is very good. It opens with an inviting mild pear bouquet with a hint of oak. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, slightly acidic, clean and nicely coats your mouth. The flavor profile is a lemon and green apple blend with notes of white pepper and pear. The finish is dry and its fades away nicely. The Panel would pair this Chard with a seafood casserole or oysters Rockefeller. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The 2016 Chardonnay has a fragrant bouquet mix of honeysuckle, green apple and lemon peel with richly layered baked apple, stone fruit and a light toasty oak influence. A bright and focused wine with pleasing mouth feel and a delicate tropical touch on the finish.

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