Variety- Chardonnay
Region- Monterrey, California
Price-$8
What the Winemaker says:
"Rex Goliath Chardonnay is a true sun-kissed California Chardonnay with bold aromas of apple and pear, combined with the classic spices of Grandma’s apple pie. Tropical fruit, pineapple and melon flavors combine with well-integrated layers of crème brûlée and a smattering of vanilla.
I’ve added a splash of aromatic white varietals to provide layers of delicate floral notes coupled with bright citrus character. Round fruit and vibrant acidity are harmoniously balanced with French oak. The oak used for our wines is a proprietary blend of French oak, with varying degrees of toasting. This gives the Rex Goliath oak profile a distinct flavor, like no other wine on the planet!"
Before trying this wine, I figured it would be an "oak monster" from California and be a really full bodied Chardonnay. In reality it was very light and fruity. Even though the description says it saw some time in French oak, I would have guessed it was aged in steel rather than oak. I did not pick up any aromas or flavors of oak. I feel like this wine would be great on a hot summer night. Very light and palatable and very much in the new world style.
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