Comments on: Chardonnay Not From California or France or Italy or…. – Episode #196

By: corkscrew

corkscrew — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 23:32:30 +0000

Not had any of these Chards, NJ should stick to the Cab Franc. QOTD-a little late for this. www.winelx.com

By: CorsicanBandit.com

CorsicanBandit.com — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:06:50 +0000

I love the idea of chardonnay wearing so many differet hats.

Dirty Dirty Dirty Pats' fans are very happy.

By: John J.

John J. — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:24:01 +0000

qotd: Caves Jean Bourdy Chateau-Chalon (vin jaune)

By: John__J

John__J — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:24:00 +0000

qotd: Caves Jean Bourdy Chateau-Chalon (vin jaune)

By: Phredd

Phredd — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:31:59 +0000

Question related to this episode (as I continue my trek through WLTV history): What are the characteristics of a wine, particularly a white wine, that has been over-aged? We tend to consume wine really young these days, but you mentioned in this episode that you were concerned that one of these wines may have already passed its prime at four years. I just had a seven-year-old, mid-priced chardonnay the other day that I thought tasted great (although the color was perhaps a little bit faded).

So is my palate just untrained, or would it be obvious if the wine were too old? What characteristics would it have if it were too old?

Thanks, and great show. I’m having a great time running through the old episodes.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:31:00 +0000

So is my palate just untrained, or would it be obvious if the wine were too old? What characteristics would it have if it were too old?

Thanks, and great show. I’m having a great time running through the old episodes.

By: Earl Dunbar

Earl Dunbar — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 20:29:10 +0000

Just now saw this … “Kav” made me laugh!

2004 was a searingly hot summer in the East, and Niagara had a really difficult time. NOT good for most whites, and yields for reds were down but quality was high for many vintners.

However, I am not a big fan of Cave Springs chardonnays. There have been some really good ones, but Cave Springs seems to be less consistent to me than some other Niagara wineries.

Adding to Daniel O’s suggestion, I’d add Peller Estates (sister winery to Hillebrand), Angel’s Gate (2000 old vines chard was THE BEST I’ve ever had) and the Collectors’ Choice offerings from Hillebrand. The Showcase line, while spectacular, are pricey. Worth it, but for everyday, the CC series is normally great value. At $9.99, the ’97 CC chardonnay was spectacular, edged out only by the 2000 Angel’s Gate.

By: Earl Dunbar

Earl Dunbar — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 20:29:00 +0000

Just now saw this … “Kav” made me laugh!

2004 was a searingly hot summer in the East, and Niagara had a really difficult time. NOT good for most whites, and yields for reds were down but quality was high for many vintners.

However, I am not a big fan of Cave Springs chardonnays. There have been some really good ones, but Cave Springs seems to be less consistent to me than some other Niagara wineries.

By: Kristen

Kristen — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 04:25:39 +0000

I love the fact that you tried the Sakonnet Vineyards wine! My parents live right down the street from there…the area is lovely and the wine is awesome!

By: Kristen

Kristen — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 04:25:00 +0000

I love the fact that you tried the Sakonnet Vineyards wine! My parents live right down the street from there…the area is lovely and the wine is awesome!