Tasting - Bonterra Chardonnay

 

Name: 2022 Bonterra Chardonnay
Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Hopland, Mendocino County, CA
Country: USA
Year: 2022
Price: $11.99

Winery review: This wine is zesty, lush, with aromas of pineapple, cantaloupe, apricot, white peach, white flowers, white tea, citrus blossoms. The palate is baked apple, pears, dried apricot, fresh caramel, sliding into orange zest, fresh mint, Key lime pie. Pair with a grilled sturgeon with citrus salad. Tonya Pitts 5/1/24 - 93

Wine Folly: pg. 96 Chardonnay - Low acidity and tannins as mentioned in the book for a typical Chardonnay. Wine folly mentioned hints of yellow apple, starfruit, vanilla, and a buttery finish. I was able to taste the yellow apple and especially the smooth butter towards the end of the tasting. No decanting as suggested.

My review: Not a fan of this one. I did not find the combination of flavors to be appealing nor significant. Rather bland (almost watered down) and the butter aftertaste was too strong for my liking. I was hoping for the apple or pineapple flavors to come across more but I did not find that to be the case. There are definitely better Chardonnays in this price range.

I tasted it on its own without any food pairings.