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2016 Kistler Trenton Roadhouse Chardonnay

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March 3, 2024 - $81

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RATINGS

97The Wine Advocate

...rocks up with effortless notions of pear tart, warm apple pie and lemon curd plus touches of spice cake, croissant, almond butter and lime cordial. Full-bodied, rich and wonderfully harmonious, it delivers incredibly intense stone fruit and spice layers with a very long savory finish.

96Jeb Dunnuck

...gives up stunning notes of tangerine oil, caramelized citrus, and white flowers, with a hint of tropical fruit with time in the glass. This medium to full-bodied, fleshy, ripe beauty has moderate acidity and plenty of richness and depth, all while staying balanced and fresh.

95Vinous / IWC

...super-expressive wine...has more of a dried fruit, savory and hazelnut-leaning profile to match its soft, silky personality. Generous and nuanced, with lovely floral top notes, the Trenton Roadhouse is all class.

92Wine Spectator

Precise, featuring a concentrated core of ripe pear, apple tart and melon flavors, with lemon meringue notes midpalate. Mineral and spice details show on the finish.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast AVA runs from San Pablo Bay in the south to Mendocino County in the north. It includes 7,000 vineyard acres and earned AVA status in 1987. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean means it gets double the rainfall of nearby inland appellations and the ocean gives the appellation a relatively cool climate. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can thrive in these conditions, and there are numerous producers making critically acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.