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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Wente Chardonnay Riva Ranch Reservetext
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16¼/20

Wente Chardonnay Riva Ranch Reserve 1997

Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, Central Coast, California, United StatesThis single vineyard wine is totally barrel fermented and aged in a mix of American and French oak. Rich open honeyed nose with sweet vanilla and butter highlights. Tropical fruit flavours but well integrated with the oak. Balanced smooth and tasty.Tasted: 01 September 1998Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$25.00750ml 
Producer: Wente VineyardsDistributors: International Cellars Inc.
Grape: Chardonnay