Reviews & Ratings

2022 Merriam Vineyards Chardonnay "Old Wente"

Winery: Merriam Vineyards

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Old Wente"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $72

Cases produced: 25

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92.5)

Review date: October 13, 2024

Wine Review: This deep golden yellow colored Chardonnay from Merriam opens with a fragrant oak and poached pear bouquet with hints of pine needles and faint butterscotch. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is very nicely balanced, silky, and fresh. The flavors profile is a gentle lemon tea and almond blend with notes of light pineapple. I also detected hints of Honeydew melon and Anjou pear. The finish is dry and nicely refreshing for a Chard. I would pair this very good Chard with a chicken francese. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: This wine embodies the classic style of Chardonnay, enhanced with a bold, immersive flavor profile. Notes of butterscotch and creamy mascarpone emerge on the nose and persist through the palate, culminating in a long, luxurious finish. Each sip reveals the wine's potential to evolve, showcasing its elegance and sophistication. A Chardonnay that rivals the finest traditional offerings from France.

Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell Merriam 2022 Old Wente Chardonnay.