Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Central Valley*
Country: Chile*
Year: 2011
Price: $5.95
The Vintage Cellar's Review: "A very nice value Chardonnay that comfortably over-delivers vs. its modest price tag. No oak here, just bushels of clean, crisp, Chardonnay apple and stone fruit with a hint of caramelized pineapple. Juicy and clean, this is a mid-weight white that's just perfect for parties or weeknight sipping."
My Review: This Chardonnay had a very sour fragrance, and more of a bite to it than the smoothness I was expecting based on the review. I definitely tasted pine (trees, not apples), and experienced a fizziness that lingered on the tongue.
I tasted this without food, although I think something is needed to cut the acidity and balance out the wine's flavors. Will try again with food.
* From http://www.wine-searcher.com/wine-192424-0001-mars-and-venus-chardonnay-central-valley-chile - different from the VC's notes
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