When it comes to Chardonnay, people either seem to be die-hard fans or staunch supporters of the Anything-But-Chardonnay movement. No matter which side you fall on, you can’t deny this grape’s popularity. This grape can produce wines that run the gamut from tropical and fruity to flinty and earthy on the palate. It can lend itself well to oak aging, resulting in wines that display vanilla and toasted tones. And if the grape undergoes malolactic fermentation, these wines will typically have a creamy and buttery mouthfeel. In other words, there is a Chardonnay for everyone.
The Montes 2022 Limited Selection Unoaked Chardonnay has a nose of lime and sweet peach, with a touch of salt. Citrus acidity injects energy into the lightweight palate that offers stone fruit flavors. 90 points.
Excerpt Taken From: Wine Enthusiast
Author: Jesica Vargas
