Walter Hansel
Walter Hansel The Estate Vineyard Chardonnay
White wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.2
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Walter Hansel The Estate Vineyard Chardonnay is a premium wine produced by Walter Hansel Winery, a family-owned winery located in the Russian River Valley appellation of Sonoma County, California. The Estate Vineyard is known for its unique soil composition and cool climate, which allows for slow ripening of the grapes and the development of complex flavors. The winemaking process involves hand-harvesting and whole-cluster pressing, followed by fermentation in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a beautifully balanced Chardonnay with notes of citrus, apple, and vanilla, and a creamy texture that lingers on the palate. It is a perfect representation of the classic California Chardonnay style.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Walter Hansel The Estate Vineyard Chardonnay is a vibrant, fresh and lively expression of Chardonnay.On the nose, it offers aromas of Bartlett pear, white peach and hints of tropical fruits like pineapple. On the palate, the wine is round and creamy with a hint of zesty citrus and a touch of oak. Its minerality, balanced acidity and great length on the finish make it a highly enjoyable, classic Chardonnay.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Walter Hansel
Region: Sonoma
Sonoma County is a renowned wine region located in the northern part of California, USA. It is known for producing high-quality wines from a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. The region is home to over 400 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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