Ravenswood Chardonnay Wine

13.5%

Appearance:
Ravenswood Chardonnay Wine presents itself with a beautiful pale straw color in the glass, inviting with clarity and vibrancy.

Nose:
The aroma is a harmonious blend of tropical fruits, featuring ripe pineapple, crisp green apple, and a subtle hint of vanilla. This olfactory composition sets the stage for a delightful tasting experience.

Palate:
Upon the first sip, Ravenswood Chardonnay unfolds with a delightful interplay of flavors. Ripe pineapple takes center stage, accompanied by juicy pear and bright citrus notes. A touch of creamy vanilla adds depth and complexity, creating a palate that is both nuanced and well-balanced. The judicious use of oak enhances the wine's character while preserving its fresh and vibrant profile.

Finish:
The finish is clean and satisfying, with the tropical and citrus notes lingering on the palate. A subtle creaminess adds a pleasing conclusion to the tasting experience.

Chardonnay originated in the Burgundy region of France, and takes its name from a small town in the Maconnais, an area in southern Burgundy that makes relatively inexpensive, high-value chardonnays.Modern DNA fingerprinting research at University of California, Davis, now suggests that Chardonnay is the result of a cross between the Pinot noir and Gouais blanc (Heunisch) grape varieties. The Romans are thought to have brought Gouais blanc from Croatia, and it was widely cultivated by peasants in eastern France.Buttery” Chardonnays get that flavor profile from a process called malolactic fermentation, in which malic acid is converted into lactic acid during during the winemaking process. This conversion softens the acidity of the wine, bringing a butter-like flavor to the palate.Put simply, Chardonnay is typically produced as a dry white wine, as opposed to sweet, and is often medium- to full-bodied. But this doesn't mean there isn't any sweetness to speak of! It's important to keep in mind that 'sweet' can mean different things for different people.The grapes used in Chardonnay white wine are yellow-green at first ripening, and often darken to yellow or green-brown by harvest. These small, round grapes maintain quite high acidity and green fruit flavors in cool climates, but take on tropical fruit flavors in warmth.Chardonnay wine is named after the Chardonnay grape used to make it. Most Chardonnay wine will be made from 100% Chardonnay grapes. However, wine makers can blend in other grapes into Chardonnay wine and still call it Chardonnay.