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Benziger Chardonnaytext
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Benziger Chardonnay 2001

Carneros, Sonoma County, California, United StatesThis one hundred per cent barrel fermented chardonnay has an enticing spicy lees nose mixed with a riot of mineral, vanilla, butterscotch, citrus rind and melon aromas. Quite rich and round it's slightly oily with more melon, spicy lees, mango, butterscotch, citrus and mineral flavours and a creamy, toasted vanilla finish. Fine acidity and balance mark this very elegant all Carneros fruit effort.Tasted: 10 March 2003Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$29.95750mlSpecialty
Producer: Benziger Family Winery (The Wine Group)Distributors: Bacchus Fréchette Wine & Spirits Merchants
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 256388UPC: 7857774000219