Maldonado Los Olivos Vineyard Chardonnay

Notes of: Toast

Notes of: Butter

Notes of: Pear

Notes of: Peach

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Popcorn

Maldonado

Maldonado Los Olivos Vineyard Chardonnay

United States, Napa

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.1

Sometimes Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Maldonado Los Olivos Vineyard Chardonnay is a premium wine produced by Maldonado Vineyards, a family-owned winery located in the Napa Valley appellation of California. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Los Olivos Vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and cool climate, resulting in grapes with complex flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and oak barrel fermentation, resulting in a balanced and elegant wine with notes of citrus, apple, and vanilla. This Chardonnay is a perfect example of the classic California style, with a rich and creamy texture and a long, satisfying finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Maldonado Los Olivos Vineyard Chardonnay has a bright and fragrant nose of buttered toast, buttered popcorn, vanilla, and tropical fruits.On the palate, it has a creamy texture with flavors of ripe pineapple, pear, and melon, complemented by hints of butter, vanilla, and oak. The finish is smooth and lingering, making this a delightful and well-balanced Chardonnay.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2035

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Maldonado

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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