Rating 88
Style White
Variety
Vintage 2020
Appellation
North Coast
California
USA
ABV 13.5%
Price $14.00 Value Pick  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2022-05-13

Perfect For

Cooking And Sipping, Dinner Parties, Summer Sipping

Drink If You Like

Albariño, Chardonnay , Chenin Blanc

Bonterra Chardonnay 2020 Review

Up in the cool climate of Mendocino in northern California, Bonterra is all about sustainability. They farm both organic and biodynamic, and have been since the late eighties when they came on the scene. This Chardonnay is a good example of a sound, balanced wine made by being friendly to the earth. It has a nice pear aroma spiked with a whisper of pepper. The palate has a slight herbal note that really activates the senses. In the background you will detect a little hint of sweetness that plays well with the upfront savory notes. The acidity is alive and balances the wine well.

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Bonterra Chardonnay 2020
Up in the cool climate of Mendocino in northern California, Bonterra is all about sustainability. They farm both organic and biodynamic, and have been since the late eighties when they came on the scene. This Chardonnay is a good example of a sound, balanced wine made by being friendly to the earth. It has a nice pear aroma spiked with a whisper of pepper. The palate has a slight herbal note that really activates the senses. In the background you will detect a little hint of sweetness that plays well with the upfront savory notes. The acidity is alive and balances the wine well.

Reviewed On: 05-13-2022
88
POINTS
Bonterra Chardonnay 2020
Up in the cool climate of Mendocino in northern California, Bonterra is all about sustainability. They farm both organic and biodynamic, and have been since the late eighties when they came on the scene. This Chardonnay is a good example of a sound, balanced wine made by being friendly to the earth. It has a nice pear aroma spiked with a whisper of pepper. The palate has a slight herbal note that really activates the senses. In the background you will detect a little hint of sweetness that plays well with the upfront savory notes. The acidity is alive and balances the wine well.

Reviewed On: 05-13-2022