Black Star Farms

Arcturos Sur Lie Chardonnay

9.029 ratings
9.32 pro ratings
Old Mission Peninsula, Michigan, 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
Top Notes For
Kendall Johnson

Found one last bottle of this from the case I bought in 2015... no longer good in 2018 :/ (but giving it an 8 because it was good once upon a time!!)

Found one last bottle of this from the case I bought in 2015... no longer good in 2018 :/ (but giving it an 8 because it was good once upon a time!!)

1 person found it helpfulJan 3rd, 2019
Kendall Johnson

I still love this wine!! Crisp apples with a bit of grass and citrus. Nothing like a Cali Chardonnay... Instead, it's more like a Malbourough Sauvignon Blanc. Absolutely delicious!!

I still love this wine!! Crisp apples with a bit of grass and citrus. Nothing like a Cali Chardonnay... Instead, it's more like a Malbourough Sauvignon Blanc. Absolutely delicious!!

1 person found it helpfulMar 15th, 2016
Kendall Johnson

Fruity, crisp, refreshing. Drinks somewhat like a Sauvignon Blanc. Such a delicious taste of Michigan -- I bought a case!

Fruity, crisp, refreshing. Drinks somewhat like a Sauvignon Blanc. Such a delicious taste of Michigan -- I bought a case!

1 person found it helpfulSep 5th, 2015
Eric Crane

Sommelier & Educator Empire Wine Distributors

9.1

Eric had this 9 years ago

Eric had this 9 years ago

1 person found it helpfulAug 8th, 2015
AlexP

Goodrichs E Lansing $17. Good stand alone. Rel heavy.

Goodrichs E Lansing $17. Good stand alone. Rel heavy.

1 person found it helpfulNov 30th, 2013
Allison Wagner

Michigan Charddy! Incredible-stainless steel barrel. Crisp, dry, apple & a hint of Lake Michigan wafted terroir (I was drunk when I said that). Bought at Byerlys Minnetonka for $16.

Michigan Charddy! Incredible-stainless steel barrel. Crisp, dry, apple & a hint of Lake Michigan wafted terroir (I was drunk when I said that). Bought at Byerlys Minnetonka for $16.

1 person found it helpfulOct 29th, 2013
Collier S. Wiese

Outstanding! This is a fantastic example of what can be done in Michigan. Full as dry with smoothness. A must drink in the summer.

Outstanding! This is a fantastic example of what can be done in Michigan. Full as dry with smoothness. A must drink in the summer.

Jul 17th, 2020
Kendall Johnson

Found a couple left overs from a case I purchased in 2015. Not as great this far from when it was vinted... sweeter than the original, crisp flavor and more minerality than citrus. Still drinkable, though #traversecity

Found a couple left overs from a case I purchased in 2015. Not as great this far from when it was vinted... sweeter than the original, crisp flavor and more minerality than citrus. Still drinkable, though #traversecity

Apr 4th, 2018
Shawn Gleason

Not much flavor or character. Really liked 2014. Surprised didn't like this vintage.

Not much flavor or character. Really liked 2014. Surprised didn't like this vintage.

Jul 17th, 2017
Nathan Glitman

Very smooth body. Great mouthfeel. Nice and light oak. Honey and apples on the front. A bit astringent on the back. Feels like maybe a year or two too late for opening. Not bad for an adventure. Pairs nicely with fresh made cream of asparagus soup.

Very smooth body. Great mouthfeel. Nice and light oak. Honey and apples on the front. A bit astringent on the back. Feels like maybe a year or two too late for opening. Not bad for an adventure. Pairs nicely with fresh made cream of asparagus soup.

Apr 10th, 2016