Tag: chardonnay
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Wine Guy: Chardonnay continues to shine in Cali
Despite its generally recognized wine characteristics of butter, vanilla, rich texture, citrus, apple, tropical fruit, etc., the chardonnay grape presents essentially a blank slate for producers. Sometimes this unfortunately means winemakers are tempted to imprint their own personality or respond to perceived consumer preferences. But with the wines below, winemakers attempt to express the source…
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Wallet a bit light? Try these wines that offer good value
Early in the year, I tend to look for value wines to ease the strain on my wallet from the holidays. That means budget-friendly wines ideal for everyday drinking. These wines from my tastings deliver a lot of quality for the price. Three producers emerged with multiple recommendations. Several brands from Bogle Family, a longtime…