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Mer Soleil Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2008 Wine Review

Mer Soleil Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2008

Mer Soleil Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2008

Santa Lucia Highlands, California, United States

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $34.95

Drink: 2011-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Mer Soleil

Agent: Caymus Canada Inc.

Natalie's Score: 92/100

I love this wine! Yes, I have a soft spot for the fact it helped mitigate the screaming children at a Disney restaurant the first time I tasted it, but it’s more than that. Lovely ripe peach and pear aromas with nicely tapped butterscotch and vanilla spoke. So yum. But give that kid a soother please.

This Mer Soleil Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2008 was reviewed on May 14, 2011 by Natalie MacLean

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Medium-light golden yellow color; attractive, refined, floral, honeyed, poached pear and tropical fruit aroma with hints of jasmine and botrytis; full body; big, forward, rich, plush, ripe tropical fruit flavors with a luxurious, creamy mouth-feel; lingering aftertaste. Very enjoyable to drink now. Very highly recommended. Score: 91 Source: California Grapevine

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