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2016 Hanzell Chardonnay

Removed from a temperature and humidity controlled wine storage unit; Purchased direct from winery

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RATINGS

94Vinous / IWC

...very pretty, understated wine from Hanzell. Lifted, gracious and quite subtle, it is super-expressive today...finessed, translucent, incredibly distinctive Chardonnay laced with a range of floral, savory and mineral nuances.

93+ The Wine Advocate

...subdued notes of pear blossom, cheese rind, cremini mushroom, fresh apples, hay and clover honey with baker's yeast hints...light to medium-bodied palate begins minerally before fleshing out to honeyed fruits lifted by juicy acidity and finishing long and nutty.

91Wine Spectator

A refined style, with flavors of baked pear and apple pastry, showing citrusy hints. Spicy and juicy midpalate, offering touches of toffee on the finish.

91James Suckling

An attractive nose, showing fresh pears and grilled lemons with a light, smoky edge. The palate has a taut and juicy feel with pear-skin and peach flavors to close.

17Jancis Robinson

Really very beautiful and deep-flavoured with very fine acidity.

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.