| Rating | 85 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation | New Zealand |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $16.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2018-03-16 |
Perfect For
Cooking And Sipping, Day Trips, Last Minute Wine Runs, Party Wine
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Pinot Gris / Grigio
Kim Crawford Chardonnay 2016 Review
Despite having ripe red apple fruit, this Chardonnay is subtle and straightforward, without any aggressive flavors of new oak. The medium-bodied palate is clean and balanced.
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