CHATEAU MONTELENA Chardonnay - Calistoga 2021/22 Bottle
White Still Wine | America | California | 75cl
£87.95
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£527.70
£501.32 case
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75cl
Closure Type: Cork
Country: America
Region: California
Wine Style: Medium Bodied
Grape: Chardonnay
Description
The 2022 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay proudly upholds the iconic Napa Valley winery's legacy for crafting balanced, age-worthy wines. Pouring a brilliant, luminous gold, this Chardonnay immediately captivates with an elegant bouquet of crisp green apple, bright lemon zest, and white peach. Subtle undertones of toasted hazelnut, delicate floral notes, and a distinctive wet stone minerality add complexity.
On the palate, it delivers a masterful balance of richness and freshness. A vibrant, well-integrated acidity perfectly frames a concentrated core of citrus and ripe stone fruit. Avoiding the overt oakiness found in some Californian Chardonnays, Montelena focuses on purity, texture, and a long, sophisticated finish. This wine is delicious now, embodying grace and precision, yet promises further evolution with time.