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Montelena Napa Valley Chardonnay 2011

The 2011 Chardonnay appears to have more richness and body than the 2010... in 2011 Bo Barrett and his team had to wait until the end of October for this fruit to fully ripen, which, needless to say, is highly unusual. The characteristic Montelena Chardonnay aromas and flavors come through, but in a slightly richer style than normal. Hints of lemon oil, crushed rocks and flowers meld together beautifully on the resonant finish... Whatever the reasons, the 2011 is striking in every way. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. 93 points. Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate.

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The 2011 Chardonnay appears to have more richness & body than the 2010... in 2011 Bo Barrett & his team had to wait until the end of October for this fruit to fully ripen, which, needless to say, is highly unusual. The characteristic Montelena Chardonnay aromas & flavors come through, but in a slightly richer style than normal. Hints of lemon oil, crushed rocks & flowers meld together beautifully on the resonant finish... Whatever the reasons, the 2011 is striking in every way. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. 93 points. Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate.

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