2008 Hanzell Chardonnay

Category: California SKU: 13937 Size: 750 ml
Brand: Hanzell Vineyards
Region: Sonoma - Sonoma Valley
Varietal: Chardonnay Style: White Wine
Ship/Pickup Class: A, L
Ratings: WS 91
Price: $49.99
Reg: $68.99
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Winemaker's Notes:

The attractive, high-toned aromas are of citrus blossoms, pear, green apple, vanilla, lemon oil, anise, clove, graphite, and clean mineral. A bit tightly wound initially, the mouth-watering acidity belies the full body and concentrated, sweet lemony fruit. As the wine opens up, the inherent richness and flavor intensity rise to demonstrate the quality and longevity of the vintage. The unfolding flavors are of ripe apple, citrus, clove and caramel on a long, mineral-laden finish.

Reviews

Wine Spectator 91 Points

Tight and flinty, with mineral, lean apple and spice flavors that are slow to unwind, but gain depth and personality as they do. The floral aroma carries over nicely to the palate, expanding on the finish. Best from 2012 through 2020. 2,000 cases made.–JL