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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Hess Select Chardonnaytext
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15¾/20

Hess Select Chardonnay 2012

Monterey County, Central Coast, California, United StatesNice shift of style here as they edge albeit slowly to a cooler leaner California chardonnay. It's still on the ripe creamy side with more tropical, pineapple fruit than citrus but it will appeal to a wide audience. Look for a warm mid-palate and a soft finish showing a modicum of alcohol and oak. Not cutting edge but pleasant. Best with lobster or richer pasta dishes.Tasted: 20 July 2014Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$20.00750mlspecialty listing
Producer: The Hess Collection WineryDistributors: International Cellars Inc.
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 335802UPC: 717888520024