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Schug Chardonnay

Name: Schug Chardonnay
Brand: Schug
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Schug Chardonnay is a premium white wine produced by Schug Carneros Estate Winery, located in the Carneros appellation of California. The winery is known for its sustainable farming practices and the use of traditional winemaking techniques. The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from the estate vineyards, which are characterized by cool temperatures and well-draining soils. The wine is fermented in oak barrels, which imparts a rich and creamy texture to the wine. The style of the wine is elegant and balanced, with notes of ripe apple, pear, and citrus, complemented by subtle oak flavors.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Schug Chardonnay is a bright and vibrant white wine, offering aromas of lemongrass, green apples and citrus fruits.On the palate, it is light and refreshing with a creamy texture, balanced acidity, and flavors of lemon zest, lime, and green apple. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of toasty oak. Enjoy this Chardonnay now and for the next few years.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

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Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Gentle

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Schug

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

0 Reviews