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La Rinconada Vineyard Chardonnay

9.236 ratings
9.14 pro ratings
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, 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
Rafael Landestoy

I thought it was okay particularly on this hot fall day in Lompoc but my wife absolutely hated it. I combined our scores. There was butter coming through here but not as bad as some Napa Chards.

I thought it was okay particularly on this hot fall day in Lompoc but my wife absolutely hated it. I combined our scores. There was butter coming through here but not as bad as some Napa Chards.

Oct 12th, 2015
Mark Mannebach

Crisp and bright with pear, apple tones with some minerality and toasted almonds & marshmallow

Crisp and bright with pear, apple tones with some minerality and toasted almonds & marshmallow

Mar 8th, 2025
Jeff Ball

Smooth on the palate, nice straw color and not overly tart or oak laden- overall an enjoyable experience.

Smooth on the palate, nice straw color and not overly tart or oak laden- overall an enjoyable experience.

Oct 16th, 2020
Joe Fischer

Apple and minerality, full body, slight tang on the finish, very nice!!!! Vista A1 Rincon

Apple and minerality, full body, slight tang on the finish, very nice!!!! Vista A1 Rincon

Jul 14th, 2020
Jeff Clement

Really like for Chardonnay. Crisp and not buttery. How we like them

Really like for Chardonnay. Crisp and not buttery. How we like them

Mar 27th, 2018
David Savi

Just the right amount, smooth!

Just the right amount, smooth!

Mar 29th, 2017
Andrew Crane

Butterscotch 'notes but very dry finish. Delicious.

Butterscotch 'notes but very dry finish. Delicious.

Feb 16th, 2016
Andrew Crane

Hints of banana and rum in the nose. Lingering caramel and oaky finish.

Hints of banana and rum in the nose. Lingering caramel and oaky finish.

May 16th, 2015
Bobby Feldman

Gonna sit the other bottle down for another couple years, if we can resist.

Gonna sit the other bottle down for another couple years, if we can resist.

Apr 18th, 2015
Tim Shank

Not a typical Chardonnay. Beautiful wine. Loved it.

Not a typical Chardonnay. Beautiful wine. Loved it.

Mar 15th, 2015