Merryvale Vineyards

Silhouette Napa Valley Chardonnay

9.25 ratings
9.01 pro ratings
Napa Valley, 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
Top Notes For
Daniel P. Drake

Without looking at the lable I thought I was opening a Pinot Noir. I pulled the cork expecting a Pinot Noir again without looking at the cork. I started pouring and to my surprise this golden nectar started flowing from the bottle. I could tell right away my mistake and by the aroma knew it was a Chardonnay. I immediately spun the bottle to look at the lable and started laughing. Oops!

The nose reveals lemon meringue, lemon custard, ripe peach, pineapple, honeysuckle, caramelized sugar, almonds, coconut and wet flint rock.

Upon first sip there was a very nice smooth round silky texture, ripe lemon, tropical fruit, lemon zest, citrus notes, beeswax, toast, butter, creme brulee, praline and a nice minerality. A very balanced wine with nothing over powering the other.

There is a medium + acidity and a nice long smooth finish that pleases the senses.

A very nice Chardonnay that can be enjoyed alone or with a nice dinner. I recommend anytime.

Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷

Without looking at the lable I thought I was opening a Pinot Noir. I pulled the cork expecting a Pinot Noir again without looking at the cork. I started pouring and to my surprise this golden nectar started flowing from the bottle. I could tell right away my mistake and by the aroma knew it was a Chardonnay. I immediately spun the bottle to look at the lable and started laughing. Oops!

The nose reveals lemon meringue, lemon custard, ripe peach, pineapple, honeysuckle, caramelized sugar, almonds, coconut and wet flint rock.

Upon first sip there was a very nice smooth round silky texture, ripe lemon, tropical fruit, lemon zest, citrus notes, beeswax, toast, butter, creme brulee, praline and a nice minerality. A very balanced wine with nothing over powering the other.

There is a medium + acidity and a nice long smooth finish that pleases the senses.

A very nice Chardonnay that can be enjoyed alone or with a nice dinner. I recommend anytime.

Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷

1 person found it helpfulSep 30th, 2016
Mike Hyatt

Nice fruit that shows thru the Malo

Nice fruit that shows thru the Malo

May 18th, 2015
Alaina Velasquez

Pleasant creamy mouthfeel, nice acid balance, easy to drink as a stand alone
wine

Pleasant creamy mouthfeel, nice acid balance, easy to drink as a stand alone
wine

Aug 8th, 2014
James Webb

James had this 10 years ago

James had this 10 years ago

Apr 7th, 2015
Johanna Norberg

Johanna had this 10 years ago

Johanna had this 10 years ago

Mar 13th, 2015