Clos Du Bois
California Chardonnay
California, USA
So here was an interesting spur of the moment comparison. I’d popped a bottle of J.C. Somers “La Revanche” Willamette Valley Chardonnay for dinner, and I’d braised the chicken in a Clos Du Bois California Chardonnay that someone had brought to a dinner at our house. My wife and I actually liked the Clos du Bois supermarket Chardonnay better. It’s basically old school Cali Chard form the 70s and 80s. Butterscotch and ripe apple and some wet stones from a stream in the nose. A whack of pineapple/apple fruit up front. Not complex at all but a balanced mouthful. Nice pleasant finish. Sure, there’s a bit of residual sugar, but that’s what the American masses want. Not bad at all.
So here was an interesting spur of the moment comparison. I’d popped a bottle of J.C. Somers “La Revanche” Willamette Valley Chardonnay for dinner, and I’d braised the chicken in a Clos Du Bois California Chardonnay that someone had brought to a dinner at our house. My wife and I actually liked the Clos du Bois supermarket Chardonnay better. It’s basically old school Cali Chard form the 70s and 80s. Butterscotch and ripe apple and some wet stones from a stream in the nose. A whack of pineapple/apple fruit up front. Not complex at all but a balanced mouthful. Nice pleasant finish. Sure, there’s a bit of residual sugar, but that’s what the American masses want. Not bad at all.
Aug 29th, 2026
Straw color with a floral scent. On first taste its overly sweet, sort of candy like. Two more sips and it reveals pear, apple and butter. Half way through the 2nd glass the oak comes out behind all the citrus flavors. Overall, an enjoyable California wine. 13.5% abv .
Straw color with a floral scent. On first taste its overly sweet, sort of candy like. Two more sips and it reveals pear, apple and butter. Half way through the 2nd glass the oak comes out behind all the citrus flavors. Overall, an enjoyable California wine. 13.5% abv .
Feb 12th, 2018
Subtle citrus notes. Very subtle butter flavors. Very drinkable.
Subtle citrus notes. Very subtle butter flavors. Very drinkable.
2 people found it helpfulSep 1st, 2014
Oaky, buttery, vanilla
Oaky, buttery, vanilla
1 person found it helpfulNov 25th, 2022
Ripe fruit aromas with notes of oak and spice. On the palate stone fruit flavors with lemon citrus zest adding a sweet creamy tone. Medium finish, good acidity ending with fruit and oaky mineral character. Nice value. Tasting Sample.
Ripe fruit aromas with notes of oak and spice. On the palate stone fruit flavors with lemon citrus zest adding a sweet creamy tone. Medium finish, good acidity ending with fruit and oaky mineral character. Nice value. Tasting Sample.
1 person found it helpfulJul 29th, 2018
$12 at liquor store. good. would buy again. smooth but not as buttery as I'd like.
$12 at liquor store. good. would buy again. smooth but not as buttery as I'd like.
1 person found it helpfulDec 17th, 2016
Golden in color with a yellow tint.
Nose of lemons, citrus, green apples, grapefruits, bitter herbs, green pepper, light vanilla, wood, spices and white pepper.
Medium to full bodied, and buttery, with medium acidity.
Dry on the palate with citrus, grapefruits, cream, limes, green apples, bitter vegetables, herbs, light vanilla and wood.
Short finish with bitter almonds.
A drinkable Chardonnay from California. Simple and a little bitter on the ending. Not fully balanced, oaky and watery. Not for me. A good food wine, though.
I Paired it with scallops.
13.5% alcohol by volume.
Golden in color with a yellow tint.
Nose of lemons, citrus, green apples, grapefruits, bitter herbs, green pepper, light vanilla, wood, spices and white pepper.
Medium to full bodied, and buttery, with medium acidity.
Dry on the palate with citrus, grapefruits, cream, limes, green apples, bitter vegetables, herbs, light vanilla and wood.
Short finish with bitter almonds.
A drinkable Chardonnay from California. Simple and a little bitter on the ending. Not fully balanced, oaky and watery. Not for me. A good food wine, though.
I Paired it with scallops.
13.5% alcohol by volume.
x After your review, I had to try this! Loads of apples, pineapple, and lemon! Definitely picking up butterscotch discs in the bit of residual sugar. Bright and crisp. Nice finish 👏
x After your review, I had to try this! Loads of apples, pineapple, and lemon! Definitely picking up butterscotch discs in the bit of residual sugar. Bright and crisp. Nice finish 👏
Aug 30th, 2026