Lava Cap
Lava Cap Reserve Chardonnay
White wine
4.5
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Lava Cap Reserve Chardonnay is produced from grapes sourced from the winery's estate vineyards, which are situated at high elevations and benefit from the cool mountain air and well-draining volcanic soils. The winemaking process involves barrel fermentation and aging for a further year in French oak with regular stirring of the lees to add extra texture resulting in a full-bodied tropical Chardonnay with a creamy texture.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Lava Cap Reserve Chardonnay shines in the glass with golden reflections.The nose is exceptionally rich and expressive, showcasing ripe flavors of peach, melon, and butter. The palate builds on the nose with further notes of cinnamon and whipped vanilla cream to accompany the ripe pomaceous fruit. The palate is broad and rich, finishing with a bright streak of acidity bringing the wine into balance.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Lava Cap
Region: Sierra Foothills
The Sierra Foothills wine region is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California, USA.
The discovery of gold near Sutter Mill in 1848 led to the California Gold Rush, resulting in many settlers from Southern Europe who established vineyards to supply them with wine. By the 1860s, the Sierra Foothills wine industry was booming before the depression and Prohibition reduced the industry to just a few vineyards.CUSTOMER RATING
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