| Rating | 94 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Russian River Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $20.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2019-09-17 |
Perfect For
Date Night, Impressing On A Budget, Summer Sipping
Drink If You Like
Albariño, Chardonnay , Chenin Blanc
Bravium Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2016 Review
This is a great example of restraint when it comes to this grape. Chardonnay is so malleable that it’s nice when a winemaker dials the extreme characteristics back a bit to make a very nice and refreshing white wine with just a kiss of oak in the form of a subtle vanilla aromas. The mouthfeel won’t weigh you down because the alcohol, at 13.5%, is just right. There is great acidity lifting the wine up so the deeper aromas - a hint of butter, a skosh of nutmeg - aren’t all up in your business. It is a true summer chardonnay and an even better date starter.
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