Aubert

Carneros Chardonnay

9.2143 ratings
9.112 pro ratings
Carneros, North Coast, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
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Ron R
9.3

Very enjoyable. Bright, punchy and lifted. Notes of lemon meringue, almonds and honey. Nice example

Very enjoyable. Bright, punchy and lifted. Notes of lemon meringue, almonds and honey. Nice example

Sep 21st, 2019
Ron R
9.2

In isolation, this is a good chard. Displays bright notes of honey and citrus fruits on the nose. The palate is well behaved with honeydew melon and pineapple. Quite spicy on the mid-palate with hints of nutmeg and other warm spices. However, in comparison to the single vineyard designations, it lacks authority and presence. Still a very good chard. Buying it from the winery appears to be the cheapest option at $65 per.

In isolation, this is a good chard. Displays bright notes of honey and citrus fruits on the nose. The palate is well behaved with honeydew melon and pineapple. Quite spicy on the mid-palate with hints of nutmeg and other warm spices. However, in comparison to the single vineyard designations, it lacks authority and presence. Still a very good chard. Buying it from the winery appears to be the cheapest option at $65 per.

Jul 20th, 2019
Shawn R

There is an exception to every review...AVA designation showed extremely well. I found the acid to be nicely balanced complementing the oak treatment. I can’t think of a better everyday drinker in the Chardonnay category. Solid 94, no questions.

There is an exception to every review...AVA designation showed extremely well. I found the acid to be nicely balanced complementing the oak treatment. I can’t think of a better everyday drinker in the Chardonnay category. Solid 94, no questions.

May 23rd, 2018
David L

13’ Aubert Carneros Chardonnay. Love Mark’s wines ... this is not worth the money!!

13’ Aubert Carneros Chardonnay. Love Mark’s wines ... this is not worth the money!!

Mar 17th, 2018
Shay A
9.2

Fell victim to experiment. I’ve never had Aubert’s Carneros bottle and curiosity got the best of me. At 15%ABV...wow! My first thought at pop and pour was...did I open a SauvBlanc? The acidity on this was insane. In fact, it retained this even after an hour of being open. More nuttiness on this than fruit, though not as intense as the note I get on all Ritchie Chardonnays. Cashew and toasted almond. The ABV wasn’t easily detected, and had a nice weight on the palate. Finish was quite dominant of limestone, stone fruits and miscellaneous mineral driven notes. The oak and vanilla comes through at the very end, but not overwhelming. The one trait I get with Aubert’s SV Chardonnays is lemon cream and while this didn’t have that, it was unique on it’s own. I’d hold for another 2-3 years due to acidity.

Fell victim to experiment. I’ve never had Aubert’s Carneros bottle and curiosity got the best of me. At 15%ABV...wow! My first thought at pop and pour was...did I open a SauvBlanc? The acidity on this was insane. In fact, it retained this even after an hour of being open. More nuttiness on this than fruit, though not as intense as the note I get on all Ritchie Chardonnays. Cashew and toasted almond. The ABV wasn’t easily detected, and had a nice weight on the palate. Finish was quite dominant of limestone, stone fruits and miscellaneous mineral driven notes. The oak and vanilla comes through at the very end, but not overwhelming. The one trait I get with Aubert’s SV Chardonnays is lemon cream and while this didn’t have that, it was unique on it’s own. I’d hold for another 2-3 years due to acidity.

Mar 9th, 2018
Eric L.

Aubert Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay. Really tasty and drinking well already.

Aubert Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay. Really tasty and drinking well already.

2 people found it helpfulDec 9th, 2016
Andy Strand

Best Chardonnay in America?

Best Chardonnay in America?

2 people found it helpfulOct 30th, 2016
Alex Hughes

Tremendous depth and complexity. Aubert Chards are just so enjoyable. I get green apple and flint like others have said, but a lot of soul and earth wrapping it. Excellent today but would probably benefit from another 2 years.

Tremendous depth and complexity. Aubert Chards are just so enjoyable. I get green apple and flint like others have said, but a lot of soul and earth wrapping it. Excellent today but would probably benefit from another 2 years.

1 person found it helpfulJan 10th, 2017
WC Fields

Balance. Delicious.

Balance. Delicious.

1 person found it helpfulOct 14th, 2016
Eric L.

Eric had this 10 years ago

Eric had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulAug 8th, 2014