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Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay 2015 Wine Review

Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay 2015

Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay 2015

Monterey, California, United States

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $27.95

Drink: 2015-2020

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Wente Vineyards

Agent: Churchill Cellars Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Superb Californian Chardonnay from a cool climate that results in a racy energy running through this robust white wine! Buttery Chardonnay with layers of full-bodied goodness. My mouth is watering.

Chardonnay food pairings: pan-seared scallops, blackened chicken, lobster, corn-on-the-cob.

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This Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay 2015 was reviewed on April 19, 2016 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 403220
  • $22.18 
  • 28 bottles
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Reviews and Ratings

Anne Ellenberger rated this wine as 93/100
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

A rich, flavourful Chardonnay from Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, California. Aromas of banana, citrus and tropical fruit, followed by a lush palate giving ripe pear, baked apple, vanilla, buttered toast and Crème Brûlée. Rich, creamy mouthfeel and well-balanced acidity with smooth finish.
Tasted at the California Wine Fair, March 2017

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