2017 Ferren Wines Chardonnay Lancel Creek Vineyard, USA, California, Sonoma Coast, Wine Review

This was a wine that came highly recommended. It was great to be able to try a new wine that live up to the hype. Light golden in color, clear and bright. The nose is big but nice with lemons, buttered popcorn, slight pineapple and white flowers. Full bodied. On the palate, this was tight and needed some air to open. Lemon, lemon peel, crushed rocks with light tannins. Moderate acidity. The finish turns slightly bitter/lemon pith. This is young and seems like it will develop for another seven to ten years. After that, it should drink well for another ten to twelve. If drinking now, a long decant is a good idea. This will drink fine on its own but right now needs a big salmon steak or other serious meal to stand up to it.

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2017

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$90.00USD

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