Las Almenas
Chardonnay
Spain
Unusual white from Spain, a Chardonnay. Very crisp, sees no oak and grapes not treated with pesticides. Golden color with tropical fruit aromas, and carry through to palate adding some baking spice not typical of a Chard, resemblance of ginger and nutmeg. Needs some food to enjoy. Medium ending with a crisp finish.
Unusual white from Spain, a Chardonnay. Very crisp, sees no oak and grapes not treated with pesticides. Golden color with tropical fruit aromas, and carry through to palate adding some baking spice not typical of a Chard, resemblance of ginger and nutmeg. Needs some food to enjoy. Medium ending with a crisp finish.
Jun 23rd, 2018Peter had this 9 years ago
Peter had this 9 years ago
1 person found it helpfulJan 16th, 2016
$9.99 7/23/15 suggested by Don at total wine. Was not our style. Acidic and not as oaky for us. Not true to the grape
$9.99 7/23/15 suggested by Don at total wine. Was not our style. Acidic and not as oaky for us. Not true to the grape
1 person found it helpfulJul 24th, 2015
2014 vintage - Granny Smith Apple, a faint nuttiness, pear. Very balanced with nice acidity.
2014 vintage - Granny Smith Apple, a faint nuttiness, pear. Very balanced with nice acidity.
1 person found it helpfulJul 6th, 2015
Mark had this 10 years ago
Mark had this 10 years ago
1 person found it helpfulJun 5th, 2015
Pale lemon in color.
Very interesting nose of minerals, citrus, peaches, tropical fruits and apples.
Medium-bodied and crisp, with high acidity and nice legs.
Tart and bitter on the palate with citrus, grapefruits and almonds.
Tart finish with bitter almonds.
This Unoaked, Spanish Chardonnay, is not for me, but a good food wine. Not so good as a sipping wine. Would be nice with salads or seafood.
14% alcohol by volume.
Pale lemon in color.
Very interesting nose of minerals, citrus, peaches, tropical fruits and apples.
Medium-bodied and crisp, with high acidity and nice legs.
Tart and bitter on the palate with citrus, grapefruits and almonds.
Tart finish with bitter almonds.
This Unoaked, Spanish Chardonnay, is not for me, but a good food wine. Not so good as a sipping wine. Would be nice with salads or seafood.
14% alcohol by volume.
Really smooth and creamy, elegant finish
Really smooth and creamy, elegant finish
Jul 6th, 2017
2015v. Pale yellow, faint aromas of citrus (lemon, orange peel), no oak on the palette. Pretty crisp acidity (if not outright tart/bitter) when first opened, but fades noticeably after the bottle has been opened. Overall, this wine is a disappointment and is unbalanced. Lack of flavor and body means the alcohol swamps the mouth (even though it's just 12%). Drink it soon after opening, preferably with food--or drink something else, entirely.
2015v. Pale yellow, faint aromas of citrus (lemon, orange peel), no oak on the palette. Pretty crisp acidity (if not outright tart/bitter) when first opened, but fades noticeably after the bottle has been opened. Overall, this wine is a disappointment and is unbalanced. Lack of flavor and body means the alcohol swamps the mouth (even though it's just 12%). Drink it soon after opening, preferably with food--or drink something else, entirely.
Jun 22nd, 2016