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Titus Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Titus
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: United States
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $25

Tasting Notes: A bright, energetic Napa sauvignon blanc; pretty floral notes combine with grapefruit, lime, and citrus; a penetrating crispness provides elegant balance on the impressively lengthy finish.
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Sean Minor Chardonnay

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Sean Minor
Varietal: Chardonnay
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Another reputable producer heads out to the Sonoma Coast — but Sean Minor is making their Chardonnay at a price the consumer can actually get on board with. Whole-cluster pressed with natural malolactic fermentation occurring, the wine has enough acidity to still present itself as balanced as possible. This is a big feat considered it was aged for 10 months in French Oak Barrels. A toast to a more classic California Chardonnay with pear and tropical fruit notes, and a background of vanilla and baked apples.
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Rock View Chardonnay 2012

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Rock View
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino
Retail Price: $70

Tasting Notes: Complex nose with hints of chocolate. Flavors of cassis, blackberry and pepper. Long, pleasing finish.
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Rock View Chardonnay 2014

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Rock View
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino
Retail Price: $27

Tasting Notes: Elegant with a layered creamy roundness on the palate that complements the acidity. Rich notes of pear, apple and citrus provide a great initial flavor that carries over to the finish.
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River Road Chardonnay 2015

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River Road
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Sonoma
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Rich and pure flavors of green apple, mango and rich bartlett pear are balanced out with moderate oak use. There is a great mouthfeel with rounded-out ripeness from the Sonoma weather.
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Qupé Y Block Chardonnay 2013

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Qupé
Fanciful Name: Y Block
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: A big, rich chardonnay, overflowing with ripe mango and apricot flavors. Crisp acidity with layers of fruit that build to an attractive finish. Perfect when served with a creamy cheese like Camembert, and walnuts.
Qupé Y Block Chardonnay 2013

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Paradise Ridge Chardonnay 2014

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Paradise Ridge
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Russian River Valley
Retail Price: $22.99-$27.99

Tasting Notes: Very clean, golden light color, vibrant notes of apples, a hint of citrus and toasty creaminess, full mouthfeel, white flowers, a hint of magnolia blossoms, generous lushness balanced with clean refreshing acidity. An excellent example of a Russian River Chardonnay.
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Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc 2013

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Ferrari-Carano
Varietal: Fumé Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Sonoma County
Retail Price: $14-$15

Tasting Notes: Aromas of grapefruit and a hint of lemongrass practically leap from the glass. The palate is crisp and clean, with flavors of citrus, apple and tropical fruits. A blend of barrel and stainless-steel fermentation add a supple creaminess to the mouthfeel and hint of oak on the finish. Clean and lasting finish; very refreshing and enjoyable.
Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc 2013

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Eden’s Eve Chardonnay 2014

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Eden’s Eve
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Russian River Valley
Retail Price: $29

Tasting Notes: A rich, ripe chardonnay, medium body, with delicate flavors of pear, green apple. The wine builds intensity and ends with an oak-influenced vanilla finish.
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Dry Creek Fumé Blanc 2013

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Dry Creek
Varietal: Fumé Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Sonoma County
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Pronounced lemon and lime aromatics stand out in the glass on the nose. On the palate, grassy notes are enhanced with zesty grapefruit and muted herbal tones. The long finish encourages further sipping. A rewarding white for the money.
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Yorkville Semillon 2013

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Yorkville
Varietal: Semillon
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino County
Retail Price: $21

Tasting Notes: Adding a pinch of Sauvignon Blanc to this organic Semillon makes for a perfectly balanced wine, brimming with pear, quince, apricot and lime. The light, creamy finish is a perfect companion to any shellfish.
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Saracina Chardonnay 2014

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Saracina
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Mendocino
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: This is an interesting blend of 96% Chardonnay and 4% Viognier from organic grapes, unoaked. The small percentage of Viognier is noticeable, lending a bit of mouthfeel to the wine. Aromas and flavors of ripe apple, pear and other fruits. There are hints of lemon/orange on the finish, with a hint of spiciness despite the lack of oak aging. This is an intriguing, unusual and delicious style of Chardonnay that will pair well with a cornucopia of cuisine.
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