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Stratus Chardonnay 2008 Wine Review

Stratus Chardonnay 2008

Stratus Chardonnay 2008

V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $42.20

Drink: 2012-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Stratus

Agent: Stratus Vineyards

Natalie's Score: 92/100

Lovely, buttery, hazelnut-rich chardonnay. Full-bodied with layers of fleshy ripe peach and Asian pear. Perfect for roast chicken and comfort meals.

Chardonnay food pairings: lemon-herbed roast chicken and cauliflower with capers and fresh parsley.

This Stratus Chardonnay 2008 was reviewed on February 4, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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Stratus continues to confirm its position as a world-class producer. This Chardonnay, from an original vineyard block planted in 1984, has a tremendously pretty nose that offers great fruit, with toast and vanilla notes adding complexity. The palate is dry, full bodied and simply delicious. Fresh and very well made, with a superbly balanced acidity and a long, toasty finish. Source: Vintages Wine Panel

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