2013 Varner "Amphitheater Block - Spring Ridge Vineyard" Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay
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Reviewed July 2015Varner's Chardonnay Amphitheater Block is rich, ample and super-expressive. Lemon peel, almonds, chamomile, earthiness, dried apricot and sage meld together effortlessly. The 2013 Amphitheater is a classic Varner Chardonnay built on phenolic intensity and plenty of savory/floral notes that add nuance, while the fruit is pushed a bit into the background. (AG)
Professional Reviews
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Wine Advocate
The 2013 Varner Chardonnay Amphitheater Block Spring Ridge Vineyard comes from a two-acre south-facing site with the Old Wente clone. It’s a beauty, with notes of pineapple, honeysuckle, damp earth and brioche. It is rich and full-bodied with crisp acidity and an elegant, fresh, lively style. Only 25% new French oak is used, which is their general rule, but its influence is very nuanced. (JD)
Details
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Origin | Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| Alcohol Content | 13.5% |
| SKU | 1156379 |