Matanzas Creek
Cougar Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay
2019
Alexander Valley
Description
The Cougar Ridge Vineyard, located high up in the hills of Alexander Valley, produces a Chardonnay with bright acidity and powerful mouthfeel. Captivating aromas of lemon curd, honeysuckle, Bosc pear, red apple, citrus blossom, and wet rocks. Flavors of caramel, molasses, grilled pineapple, mango chutney, and brioche proceed into a delicate finish.
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JebDunnuck.com
JD 7/2021
This white wine has aromas of citrus, honeysuckle, pear, apple, and wet rocks. Flavors of caramel, molasses, mango, and brioche with bright acidity lead to a powerful mouthfeel with a delicate finish.
Aromas
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Citrus
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Honeysuckle
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Wet Stone
Flavors
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Caramel
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Mango
RECENT TASTING NOTES
More golden apples, toasted bread, and white flower notes emerge from the 2019 Chardonnay Cougar Ridge Vineyard, another beautiful Alexander Valley Chardonnay that does everything right. Medium-bodied, nicely textured, up-front, and ready to go, enjoy bottles over the coming 2-4 years.
Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com, 7/2021
