Yarden Galilee Chardonnay

Granny Smith apple, lemon candy, cedar, honey, oak and hints of peach. Great acidity and balance.

In my quest to compare old v new world kicking it off with olld world. I was worried this would be an oak bomb based on some previous vintages but there is restraint here. Golden vanilla and somehow green on the nose. The palate is bordering on rich but not. Cool climate fun that is balanced by baking spice and sass. I like this. If you want kosher for Passover (albeit not mevushal) this is for you. I’m neither of those things but finding it a pleasant Chard that flirts with oak just enough to keep enjoying.

Vintage 2017 / it is a world traveller, chardonnay, this wine from Israël has ananas in smell and is very juicy.

Now this is a fascinating chardonnay.

Beautiful color, notes of vanilla and ripened dark fruits on the nose.

Tastes of cream, butter, jam.

I am impressed.

2017

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