The Prisoner Wine Company

Blindfold California Chardonnay Blend

8.9568 ratings
8.738 pro ratings
California, USA
Chardonnay, Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Sémillon
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, Nuts & Seeds, Hard Cheese, Soft Cheese, Quinoa, Chili & Hot Spicy, Fish, Herbs, Asian Cuisine, Veal, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Blue Cheese, Fruit Desserts, Pate
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

A proprietary blend, made by Founder and Winemaker Dave Phinney, from Chardonnay, Roussanne, Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Muscat, and Vermentino from California. Golden yellow color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruit and melons, aged, 25% in new oak, 60% neutral & 15% stainless for 10 months. On the palate flavors of melons, citrus, and pears, hints of cinnamon spice and toasty oak. Long finish, lively acidity, good balance ending with fruit and mineral character.

A proprietary blend, made by Founder and Winemaker Dave Phinney, from Chardonnay, Roussanne, Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Muscat, and Vermentino from California. Golden yellow color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruit and melons, aged, 25% in new oak, 60% neutral & 15% stainless for 10 months. On the palate flavors of melons, citrus, and pears, hints of cinnamon spice and toasty oak. Long finish, lively acidity, good balance ending with fruit and mineral character.

Feb 11th, 2023
Byron C Mayes

Deep gold with white-yellow highlights. Sauternes-like nose of honey and magnolia blossom. Full-bodied palate yields the same honey and magnolia adding navel orange, lemon rind, white peach, and almond. Medium minus acidity. Medium finish. This big white blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and white Rhône varieties is too heavy for a refreshing sipper, but a good pair for rich white wine fare like scallops, lobster Thermidor, or fruited salmon. Drink now.

Deep gold with white-yellow highlights. Sauternes-like nose of honey and magnolia blossom. Full-bodied palate yields the same honey and magnolia adding navel orange, lemon rind, white peach, and almond. Medium minus acidity. Medium finish. This big white blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and white Rhône varieties is too heavy for a refreshing sipper, but a good pair for rich white wine fare like scallops, lobster Thermidor, or fruited salmon. Drink now.

Apr 25th, 2022
Eric Urbani

Did not like this wine - low acid and somewhat bitter on my palate. 35% Chard, 20% Roussane, 20% Viognier. Abv 14.5%

Did not like this wine - low acid and somewhat bitter on my palate. 35% Chard, 20% Roussane, 20% Viognier. Abv 14.5%

Jul 7th, 2021
Tobin Trevarthen

Perfect for sailing on a hot day. Round fruit meets nice finish.

Perfect for sailing on a hot day. Round fruit meets nice finish.

Sep 1st, 2018
Riccardo L.

Drinks a bit hot. Definite evidence of Chardonnay and semillon in the flavour profile. Cool bottle. Not crisp enough for me.

Drinks a bit hot. Definite evidence of Chardonnay and semillon in the flavour profile. Cool bottle. Not crisp enough for me.

Mar 11th, 2018
Corey Zamora, CSW

Didn't expect to like this as much as I did. Rich, and layered.

Didn't expect to like this as much as I did. Rich, and layered.

4 people found it helpfulMay 19th, 2014
Olin Cramer

Round, creamy structure after the most bright citrus, floral bouquet on the nose. White violet, lemon followed by earthy, toasted walnut. If you're reading this, you understand that this wine jumps across all spectrums. The toasted walnut finish is wild.

Round, creamy structure after the most bright citrus, floral bouquet on the nose. White violet, lemon followed by earthy, toasted walnut. If you're reading this, you understand that this wine jumps across all spectrums. The toasted walnut finish is wild.

2 people found it helpfulNov 13th, 2016
Peter Marks

Master of Wine, Educator Constellation Brands

8.9

Rich and creamy with floral and peach notes. Like a Chardonnay in texture with Viognier like favors.

Rich and creamy with floral and peach notes. Like a Chardonnay in texture with Viognier like favors.

2 people found it helpfulOct 19th, 2016
linda sakane

Loved this white blend. Light delight! And awesome label if you are into S&M or bondage.
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Loved this white blend. Light delight! And awesome label if you are into S&M or bondage.
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2 people found it helpfulSep 5th, 2015
Donald Patz

Owner/Winemaker Patz & Hall

9.0

Chardonnay is the base for a Rhone-ish blend. It's pretty good!

Chardonnay is the base for a Rhone-ish blend. It's pretty good!

2 people found it helpfulApr 21st, 2015