SKU: 1182
Schug Carneros Chardonnay 2018
- ws88
750ml
$34.98
Category | White Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Schug |
Origin | California, Napa Valley, Carneros |
Alcohol/vol | 14% |
This classic Carneros Chardonnay was grown primarily on the Schug Estate vineyard, with additional barrels from our grower-partners Ricci, Wildcat, and lund Vineyards. It was fermented and aged on the lees ("sur-lie") in small French oak barrels, with judicious new oak introduced. Malo-lactic fermentation was not induced, allowing the wine to retain its natural acidity and varietal focus. The
result is a wine that is both rich and powerful, while refreshing and elegant on the finish. It has a ripe, spicy tropical bouquet with flavors that suggest citrus, pear
and spiced apples. Well-balanced acidity gives it a crisp, clean finish, making it an excellent wine with food. Try it with cream soups, rich seafood, fowl, veal and pasta dishes.
Wine Spectator
- ws88
An oaky, open-textured style, with ripe white fruit flavors that offer toasty nuances. Concentrated butter and spice elements show on the finish. Drink now.