2016 Flora Springs Chardonnay Family Select

Estate: Flora Springs Family Estate
Region: Napa Valley, California, United States of America

Tasting Note:June 8, 2017

Pale to medium yellow. Lemon curd on the nose with butter and a touch of stone fruits. Crisp medium acidity (6.5/10) and medium plus body. Notes of golden apples, melon, pineapples and a nice oaky influence on the palate. Nicely balanced. Medium plus finish.

The fruit for this vintage of Family Select Chardonnay comes from vineyards owned by Flora Springs in Oakville and Carneros. Aged and fermented for 7 months in 76% used oak and 24% stainless steel. Large production with 2,250 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2021.

Rating:

89 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Sample provided by Flora Springs Winery & Vineyard. Can be purchased at the Estate or online $35.00.

California, Chardonnay, Family Select, Flora Springs, Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards, Napa Valley, United States of America, White WineGreg Ballington2016, Flora Springs Family Estate, Flora Springs, Chardonnay, Family Select, White Wine, Napa Valley, United States of America, California, Paul Steinauer, $$, 89 PointsComment