2016 Vermeil Wines Chardonnay
Second wine at the tasting bar. Medium lemon yellow in appearance. Thick nose with popcorn, baked apples, honeysuckle and butterscotch. Medium acidity (6/10) and medium plus to full bodied. A little creamy with citrus and stone fruits, some oak and even a touch of sweet pineapple. Long finish.
Made up of 100% Chardonnay from the Dutton Ranch Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. Aged for 14 months sur lees in 40% new French oak.
2018 till 2025.
Price Point:
$$ - Great spot in downtown Napa to visit late at night for a tasting. We tasted through the Vermeil Wines with Eric. Retail price is $48.00.Medium to deep lemon yellow. Lovely complex nose with notes of beeswax, citrus zest, oak and a touch of banana underneath. Solid acidity (7/10) with a medium body. Rich palate with notes of tropical fruits, wax, lemon and minerality. Medium plus finish. Needed a little bit of air to open up nicely.
Made up of 100% Chardonnay from the Dutton Ranch Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. Aged for 14 months sur lees in 40% new French oak.
2018 till 2025.
Price Point:
$$ - Provided as a sample from the Estate. Retail price is $48.00.