Built up by the Catena family in Argentina, Alamos produces terrific value wines year in, year out. This year, the Chardonnay really stands out. Full-bodied, red apple and pear fruit fill the mouth, along with some bright yellow stone fruit and just a hint of toffee from brief oak aging adding some richness and texture. The wine has a truly fresh flavor profile, and would work as a perfect house white for chardonnay drinkers, as well as a perfect bridge wine for those who prefer crisper, brighter, chardonnay while their companions perhaps favor richer, oakier flavors. Delicious, versatile, everyday chard. According to Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Bright, full yellow. Enticing aromas of nectarine and nutmeg complicated by a leesy element. Supple, sweet and fine-grained, with a seamless texture to the stone fruit and spice flavors. Very nicely balanced, fruit-driven chardonnay with well-integrated acidity and a smooth and persistent finish. A terrific value." (Jan/Feb 10)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2007 Kumeu River "Estate" Chardonnay Kumeu New Zealand (Elsewhere $30) $19.99
2000 Vaeni Xinomavro Grande Reserve Naoussa $16.99
2008 Sacred Hill "Sauvage" Sauvignon Blanc Hawkes Bay New Zealand $31.99
1970-1999 Cos d'Estournel, St-Estèphe Vertical $2,200.00
2007 Dergi Qvevri Rkatsiteli Republic of Georgia $16.99
