cave b chardonnay (columbia valley (wa))

點擊次數：2318

This bold, barrel-fermented Chardonnay hits the palate with bright fruit broadly displayed across a full-bodied middle. It’s lightly buttery, blocky and built for easy enjoyment. ——P.G.(9/1/2011)—— 86

Barrel fermented, with light flavors of peaches and cream, and a watery mouthfeel that does not quite come together. ——P.G.(12/1/2010)—— 84

The Cave B Chardonnay has been barrel fermented (its companion SageCliffe bottling is all stainless) but has quickly dried out, leaving it fruitless and tasting only of toast.——P.G.(3/1/2009)—— 82

Deep green-gold, this buttery, slightly oxidized wine veers toward flavors of banana and has been given the heavy American oak treatment. The flavors have not entirely knit together and may not have a lot of time left to do so. ——P.G.(3/1/2007)—— 86