Varietal:  100% Chardonnay Region:  Napa Valley, California – USA Cost:  $18 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes:  Pale yellow in color with inviting aromas of citrus. Golden Delicious apple, vanilla, and subtle spice from the toasted oak draw you in. Delicate mineral and lemon-lime are hidden behind star jasmine and honeysuckle notes. On the palate the wine is [...]

Varietal:  100% Chardonnay Region:  Charlottesville, Virginia – USA Cost:  $20 Winemaker’s Notes:  The 2010 Chardonnay is lightly oaked in 25% new French barrels. Sharp and crisp with a long finish and round floral nose. Soft caramel and vanilla undertones make this white accessible to all wine lovers. Serve with cheese and anti-pasta, salads, or fish. [...]

Varietal:  100% Chardonnay Region:  Sonoma County, California – USA Cost:  $16 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes:  Aromas of ripe Asian pear and tropical fruit combine with fresh minerality. This medium-bodied Sonoma County Chardonnay displays a creamy texture with bright flavors of green apple and Meyer lemon, followed by crisp acidity and a strong, lingering finish. My Review: [...]

Well it’s that time of year again. Time for another Wines of Chile Virtual Blogger Tasting. I really do look forward to these in the Spring and Fall as they’re a great way to not only experience new wines, but to interact with my fellow wine bloggers on a grand scale while we all try [...]

Varietal:  Chardonnay Region:  Virginia Cost:  $20 My Review:  If you noticed, a few weeks back my wife and I, along with my parents, spent a day out in Virginia wine country trying (and buying) some wines. Among our stops was Blenheim Vineyards, in part because it’s a long-time favorite of mine, and also because my [...]

One of the perks of running this site is that from time to time I get invited to tastings that aren’t open to the public. Last week I was invited to just such an event up in DC being hosted by Moet Hennessy featuring a number of vineyards and wineries both in and out of [...]