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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Darioush Signature Chardonnaytext
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16¾/20

Darioush Signature Chardonnay 2003

Napa Valley, California, United StatesCalifornia Burgundy is the model here and the creamy leesy textures and 11 months sur-lies ageing with bi-monthly batonage points it in that direction. The palate is succulent and rich, by now Darioush trademark, with spicy nutty notes a la Corton Charlemagne. Similar to the viognier there is a streak of minerality that that keeps it refined and balanced.Tasted: 30 June 2005Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
US$41.00750mlWinery
BC$64.95750mlSpeculative Listing - New World Wines Inc.
Producer: Darioush WineryDistributors: New World Wines Incorporated
Grape: Chardonnay