Wente Vineyards

Riva Ranch Reserve Arroyo Seco Chardonnay

8.89 ratings
9.01 pro ratings
Arroyo Seco, Central Coast, California, USA
Chardonnay
Top Notes For
Randy Fuller

This Chardonnay is oaked to what I hope is the maximum point. On the nose, a strong vanilla scent meets a Carmen Miranda hat of tropical fruit, like pineapple, mango and banana. The acidity is zippy yet the mouthfeel is creamy, thanks to 100% malolactic fermentation. Citrus lasts the longest on the finish, but it has to fight it out with the oak to do so. If you're in the mood for a good ol’ fashioned California Chardonnay, this is your bottle.

This Chardonnay is oaked to what I hope is the maximum point. On the nose, a strong vanilla scent meets a Carmen Miranda hat of tropical fruit, like pineapple, mango and banana. The acidity is zippy yet the mouthfeel is creamy, thanks to 100% malolactic fermentation. Citrus lasts the longest on the finish, but it has to fight it out with the oak to do so. If you're in the mood for a good ol’ fashioned California Chardonnay, this is your bottle.

Jun 22nd, 2018
Wojciech Bońkowski

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8.7

Cali Chardonnay: really a style I can't warm up to.

Cali Chardonnay: really a style I can't warm up to.

Feb 5th, 2017
Steven Shanks

Excellent pairing with the Salmon with spaghetti squash Jason Seider made tonight.

Excellent pairing with the Salmon with spaghetti squash Jason Seider made tonight.

Apr 1st, 2016
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