Lewis Cellars - Napa Valley Chardonnay 2021 (750ml)
Price: $72.99
| Producer | Lewis Cellars |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Napa Valley |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Sku | 5875 |
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From the standout 2021 vintage the Napa Valley Chardonnay is showy, serious and seductive. Green pear, white flower, vanilla custard and a hint of flint on entry, the palate expands with creamy texture and a touch of butterscotch. Framed with native acidity and integrated oak this wine leaves you with a long, languid tail.
Wine Enthusiast: 95 Points
Spicy, toasty oak stands up well to the rich, honeyed pear and pineapple flavors in this full-bodied wine, balancing it well, and giving it great depth and length. This is an excellent choice for fans of big Chardonnay, as it is packed with baking spices, coconut, poached pears and vanilla that are practically irresistible.
Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points
In addition to brilliant reds, this estate also makes a great white. Their 2021 Chardonnay Napa Valley offers a plush, up-front, medium-bodied style as well as terrific gold apple-like fruit, spicy, oaky, toasty background notes, terrific balance, and a clear, classy finish. This rich, powerful Chardonnay is perfect for drinking over the coming 2-4 years.
Wine Spectator: 92 Points
Rich and creamy, with buttery overtones to the nutmeg, salted hazelnut and praline notes, with ripe peach, apricot and melon flavors at the core. Despite the richness, fresh acidity keeps this wine light on its feet. Drink now.
Wine Advocate: 92 Points
Like the red wines here, the 2021 Chardonnay is big and flavorful. Boasting scents of spicy oak, Barlett pear and grilled pineapple, it's medium to full-bodied, ripe and succulent but crisp at the same time, with wet stone and bright citrus notes on the finish.
James Suckling: 92 Points
Nice, toasty oak delivers a spicy and creamy layer, together with lemon pastries, fine lees and stones. Rich, creamy and full-bodied palate, showing a nice, flavorful side of Napa chardonnay. Yet, it remains fresh, with medium acidity. Drink now.
