Sunday, January 15, 2023

2019 Clos du Val Napa Valley Chardonnay


 Pretty and aromatic with notes of lemons and cream with candied pineapple and shortbread accented by white flowers.

It enters both luscious and vibrant on the palate. Lively acidity provides lift to a layered but not heavy mouthfeel with flavors of candied ginger, pineapple, pear and sweet apple. There are hints of sweet pea tendril and basil oil. 

To summarize in simpler terms, it's rather like lemon curd with fresh chantilly cream on brioche. 

Really it's a lovely wine with great balance, complexity and flavors. It leans a touch sweet in flavor, but is kept in check by the acid. 

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