Tasting Notes: Mineral driven nose with citrus shining through. Cement tank fermentation and aging bring out aromas remindful of the first rain of the season or a wet rock. Soft and round entry with an acid backbone informs you these grapes are grown in a cooler climate. Mid palate reveals ripe fruits such as lemons, gooseberry, and grapefruit. Finishes dry while the acid comes and goes in a balanced fashion. Laser sharp minerality carries through from start to finish on both palate and aroma.
750mL, 14.8% Alc. by vol., HEB, $20.99
I bought this wine because it has an interesting ceramic bottle. I normally try to stay under $20, but this was a present to myself for starting a new job. I loved the acidic nature of this wine, it was bright and crisp. I enjoy unoaked chardonnays in general and this one didn't disappoint. I do wish it was cheaper, but I would by it again for a nice occasion or if it goes on sale.
*NEW SECTION!*
Because of my new job at at HEB as a cheese specialist I will start including cheese pairings with my wines. I'll talk about what I ate with it, or what I think might be good with it, but my pairings will by no means be comprehensive.
With this wine I enjoyed some Sage Derby cheese. Derby is a cheddar-like cheese that gets it's green marbling from sage leaves which are mixed in with the curd. Because this cheese worked, I would think most other cheddars would work too. I got Sage Derby at HEB for $11.95/lb.
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