Rombauer Chardonnay 2023
| Category | White Wine |
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| Brand | Rombauer |
| Origin | California, Napa Valley, Carneros |
| Alcohol/vol | 14.5% |
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Limited Magnum Size : Founding owner Koerner Rombauer was born and raised in Southern California, in the small, agricultural town of Escondido near San Diego. Koerner's ancestors made wine in the Rheingau region in Germany and his grand-aunt, Irma Rombauer was the renowned author of the 'The Joy of Cooking,' which has been in print since 1936. Hence, the Rombauer family's focus on wine is to complement the joy of good food as well as it compliments the joy of good company. In 1976 Koerner and his wife Joan became partners in Conn Creek Winery. Koerner learned the wine business first in the cellar, working hand-in-hand with the winemaker and learning all phases of winery operations. By 1980 the Rombauers had become interested in making wine under their own label; they had it custom produced in a neighbor's winery. In 1981 they sold their interest in Conn Creek and began construction of the Rombauer Vineyards winery on the property adjacent to their home. Since 1982 Koerner has devoted himself to making Rombauer Vineyards a successful business in which the whole family participates in the winery's management and operations.
This Chardonnay is rich and full-bodied with peach, apple and mango aromas and flavors. The creamy texture of Asian pears and peaches glides across the palate and the light oak tones highlight the wine's complex finish. It was 100% barrel fermented and aged in oak.
James Suckling
- js91
This is a lush, ripe, relaxed classic with generous poached pear and peach pie flavors. Full-bodied, rich in fruit and spice flavors, with butter and caramel accents. All barrel fermented, with hand-stirred lees and full malolactic. Reasonable acidity and a super-relaxed texture.
Wine Advocate
- wa90
From a terrific vintage, Rombauer's 2023 Chardonnay delivers a classic California rendition, with toasty, nutty accents to the pineapple and melon fruit; some vaguely floral notes sneak in as well. It's full-bodied, plump, creamy, lush and easy to drink, while the long finish is vanilla-stained but remains bright and fresh. To produce this volume (349,000 cases) at this level of quality is a remarkable feat.
Wine Spectator
- ws90
There's plenty of energy to the juicy and plump core of tangerine, mango and peach. Shows a distinctive spice note, with clove, cardamom and nutmeg making this distinctive, especially on the finish, which mingles seamlessly with toasted, buttery brioche details.
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