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Matchbook

Matchbook Chardonnay Old Head

Name: Matchbook Chardonnay Old Head
Brand: Matchbook
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

United States, Central Valley California

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Matchbook Chardonnay Old Head is a premium wine produced by Matchbook Wine Company, a family-owned winery located in the Dunnigan Hills appellation of California. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the estate's Old Head vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and cool climate. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and oak barrel fermentation, resulting in a balanced and complex flavor profile. This Chardonnay is characterized by its bright acidity, notes of tropical fruit and citrus, and a subtle hint of vanilla from the oak aging. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted, elegant wine with a refreshing finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Matchbook Chardonnay Old Head is a fresh and vibrant white wine, with aromas of ripe apples, grapefruit, and white flowers.On the palate, it has a medium-bodied texture, with flavors of citrus, green apple, and a hint of mineral. The finish is long and crisp, with a touch of oak. Overall, this is a delightful and balanced Chardonnay, full of bright and complex flavors.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Gentle

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Matchbook

Region: Central Valley California

The Central Valley of California: A Wine Region of Rich History and Quality The Central Valley of California is a vast wine region located in the heart of the state. It is bordered by the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, and is home to some of the oldest and most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Valley has a long and storied history in the wine industry. The first vineyards were planted in the region in the mid-1800s, and the area quickly became known for its quality wines. In the 1900s, the region was home to some of the most famous wineries in the world, including Beaulieu Vineyard, Inglenook, and Beringer. Today, the Central Valley is home to over 200 wineries and is one of the most important wine regions in the United States. It is known for its high-quality wines, and for the juicy, joyful afterwork wines.

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