Artesa 2009 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros)

Country: US / Estate Reserve
Variety: Chardonnay California
Winery: Artesa / Carneros

Like tasting toothpicks. New oak accounts for just 40% of the aging, yet dominates with caramel, vanilla and buttered toast. Somewhere below are pineapple, pear, lime and honey flavors. Will appeal to Chardophiles who enjoy this New World style.