| Rating | 88 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Santa Barbara County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $19.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-05-14 |
Perfect For
All-Day Sipping, Pleasing A Crowd, Relaxing After Work
Drink If You Like
Albariño, Chardonnay , Grüner Veltliner
Qupe Bien Nacido Vineyard 'Y' Block Chardonnay 2018 Review
Well, this is pleasant. For an oaked Cali Chard, this has a nice balance. You definitely get the woody oak feels, with some butter and toasted vanilla smells, but those aromas are calmed by a wonderfully vibrant, almost frothy, acidity that allows the wine to be refreshing. At this price, and under screw cap, it's a great bottle to buy a few or more of and share with friends for any occasion. Sunset sip anyone?
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