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Ontario Chardonnay Review: Two Wines from Henry of Pelham Part 1PR SAMPLE
The next Chardonnay that I am tasting for my Ontario Chardonnay Review comes from Henry of Pelham. I received four bottles of their Chardonnay wines. Today I am tasting two of them: Henry of Pelham Family Estate Classic Chardonnay 2025 and the Speck Brothers Family Tree “The Goat Lady” Chardonnay 2023. The winery follows Sustainable Winemaking Ontario’s world-leading standards in their farming...
by mywinepal5 viewschardonnayniagaraontariovqahenry-of-pelhamonchardreview - news
Blue Grouse 2024 Releases + 2023 Pinot Noir: Coastal Precision from Vancouver Island
Reading Time: 4 minutes Blue Grouse’s latest releases highlight the best of Vancouver Island, from vibrant 2024 whites and rosé to a structured, expressive 2023 Pinot Noir from the Cowichan Valley. 🍷 The post Blue Grouse 2024 Releases + 2023 Pinot Noir: Coastal Precision from Vancouver Island appeared first on BCWineTrends .
by Julian5 viewsvancouver-island-winerychardonnaypinot-grispinot-noirrose - news
Spring Pea & Asparagus Risotto Recipe for Spring Entertaining
Spring has a way of arriving in layers—longer days, softer light, and ingredients that feel freshly awakened. This Spring Pea & Asparagus Risotto captures that sense of renewal with a dish that is vibrant, comforting, and beautifully seasonal. Fresh spring peas and tender asparagus bring natural sweetness and brightness to a creamy risotto base, creating […] The post Spring Pea & Asparagus Risotto Recipe for Spring Entertaining appeared first on Frank Family Vineyards Blog .
by Caly Ball Bendyk5 viewsfoodcarneros-chardonnaychardonnayfeaturedfood-and-winefrank-family-chardonnay - news
Château Montelena
Château Montelena, located in Calistoga in Napa Valley, is a historic California winery that produces Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from its estate vineyards (Oak Knoll, Calistoga). It is known for its classic, French-inspired wines that emphasize terroir, freshness, and a restrained expression of fruit.
by Lola Mulard5 viewsnewscabernet-sauvignoncalifornia-winecalifornian-terroircalistogacarneros - news
My French White and Sparkling Wine Picks at the Vancouver International Wine Festival 2026
I started my wine tasting at the International Festival Tasting Room during VanWineFest 2026 with French white and sparkling wines. Below are my favourite white and sparkling wines. I noticed after making my list that almost all the wines are made from the Chardonnay grape. I am not sure how many of these wines are still available for purchase, but...
by mywinepal5 viewsbourgogneburgundychardonnayfranceorganicsauvignon-blanc - news
Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewsbordeauxbordeaux-blendburgundycabernet-sauvignoncaliforniachardonnay - news
Whether I’d buy the brilliant and slightly controversial Oakridge $300 mega Chardonnay
How much is too much for great Australian Chardonnay? Forgive my rhetoric, but please play along with me here. What’s your dollar boundary on Aussie Chardonnay? Is it different compared to something fancy and French? Obviously, any answer is couched […] The post Whether I’d buy the brilliant and slightly controversial Oakridge $300 mega Chardonnay appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .
by Andrew Graham5 viewswine2023chardonnaylongeryarra-valley - news
The Ultimate Spring Spritz: Carneros Chardonnay Bicicleta
As the vineyard comes alive and the days stretch a little longer, spring invites us to slow down and savor something bright, refreshing, and beautifully composed. Enter the Carneros Bicicleta, a seasonal spritz that captures the spirit of the moment with a vibrant twist on a classic wine cocktail. Incorporating the Frank Family Vineyards Carneros […] The post The Ultimate Spring Spritz: Carneros Chardonnay Bicicleta appeared first on Frank Family Vineyards Blog .
by Caly Ball Bendyk6 viewsentertainingcarneroscarneros-chardonnaychardonnaychardonnay-cocktailcocktail - news
Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewsburgundycaliforniachardonnaycornasoregonpinot-meunier - news
All the Mâconnais hits (and misses) from the Grand Jours de Bourgogne 2026
The Mâconnais may as well be on a different planet. Here in Australia, we consistently lose our shit over the best Chardonnay from Burgundy’s hotspots of Chablis and the Côte d’Or, with oceans of love for Meursault, Montrachet, etc. But […] The post All the Mâconnais hits (and misses) from the Grand Jours de Bourgogne 2026 appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .
by Andrew Graham4 viewswine202220232024burgundychardonnay - news
Pre-Game for Spring with Sips of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to Complement Favorite Seafood Dishes
By the likes of it over here on the central coast of California, spring and (on many days) summer are coming in strong! Even if you still have puff coats and boots by the door (I’m talking to you Midwest and Northeast friends), start thinking about wines and food pairings to welcome a new season. […] READ MORE The post Pre-Game for Spring with Sips of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to Complement Favorite Seafood Dishes appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning6 viewsentreesnorth-americarecipesred-wineregional-wineswhite-wine - news
Zephyr Marlborough Blanc de Blancs Methode Traditionnelle 2019
Zephyr Marlborough Blanc de Blancs Methode Traditionnelle 2019 $75 Created from just 600 Chardonnay vines grown in their Alice Mills vineyard in Rapaura, this deliciously dry, mineral-laced sparkling wine captures the delicate citrus florals and soft, nutty lacings that great blanc de blanc demands. Almost 6 years on lees has injected depth, freshness and precision […]
by Yvonne4 viewsuncategorizedblanc-de-blancschardonnaymethode-traditionnellezephyrzephyr-marlborough-blanc-de-blancs-methode-traditionnelle-2019 - news
Noble Ridge 2025: New Vintage, New Label, Strong Return to Form
Reading Time: 4 minutes Noble Ridge’s 2025 release signals a confident reset after two challenging seasons, introducing a refreshed label and a lineup of wines defined by balance, energy, and varietal clarity. The post Noble Ridge 2025: New Vintage, New Label, Strong Return to Form appeared first on BCWineTrends .
by Julian4 viewsok-falls-winerieschardonnaypinot-grigiorosewhite-blend - news
Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewscaliforniacastilla-y-leonchardonnaychiantichianti-classicoitaly - news
Top Rated: A chardonnay that confirms CheckMate’s winning streak
Awarded VineRoutes’ 2025 Most Outstanding White Wine of the Year, CheckMate’s 2022 ‘Fool’s Mate’ Chardonnay highlights the winery’s remarkable consistency—marking its second top honour in three years and reinforcing its place among Canada’s benchmark producers There’s something especially satisfying about a wine that lives up to every expectation you’ve built around it. The 2022 ‘Fool’s Mate’ Chardonnay from CheckMate Artisanal Winery (located within the Okanagan’s Golden Mile Bench sub-GI) does exactly that—having earned VineRoutes’ Most Outstanding White Wine of the Year in our 2025 editorial team blind tasting and impressing just as much on repeat visits. It’s the kind of chardonnay that doesn’t need to demand attention; it naturally commands it, with a sense of balance, clarity, and quiet confidence that stays with you long after the glass is empty. Read Also: Top Rated: A red blend from British Columbia’s most unconventional valley This is not unfamiliar territory for CheckMate. I
by Carmelo Giardina4 viewsnews-viewsbritish-columbiacollectingopinions-analysisvarieties-stylesbc-wines - news
Doing the hard work in the Côte de Nuits (and saved by a bogan Aussie)
Rarely have I been so glad to hear an Aussie accent. There I was on day 2 of last month’s Grand Jours de Bourgogne 2026, feeling a little bogged down. It wasn’t meant to be this way. I’d spent the […] The post Doing the hard work in the Côte de Nuits (and saved by a bogan Aussie) appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .
by Andrew Graham4 viewswine20232024burgundychardonnaygrand-jours-de-bourgogne - news
Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewscaliforniachardonnaygrenachemerlotpinot-meunierpinot-noir - news
Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist6 viewscaliforniachardonnayfinger-lakeslodipaso-roblespinot-meunier - news
Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay – A Solid Wine With Sashimi
Last week in the Phoenix area we had a great dinner with family (minus Ben and Susan) on Thursday evening. We ate at Kona Grill in Gilbert, a small establishment featuring steak, seafood and sushi with 23 locations throughout the United States. All the food was fresh and cooked/prepared excellently. The wine list was limited […]
by mkellywine3 viewsuncategorizedchardonnaykona-grill-gilbertsashimisonoma-cutrer - news
Singapore
A fallen cannonball anemone, a single petal remaining, but heavy with scent and memory. On my infrequent visits to Singapore, I always make a beeline to the Botanic gardens, with its photogenic dragonflies and this curious tree. Faced with the traveller's dilemma. What to see and do? What to drink and taste when there is so little time. . . Should you narrow or widen the aperture? Deep but limited, or shallow and cursory? Around and around in circles . . . Sleeping close to the Singapore river, every morning a slow pre sunrise run along the waters edge. Each day I’d trace the same path, the only variance my starting direction. . . I was surprised by the number of chickens strutting around unencumbered. I discovered retrospectively that they were the prototypal wild jungle fowl, unintentionally reintroduced, slimmed down, muscular and with beautiful tail feathers. First the food arrives and then the hunger . . . I ate as much buah keluak as I possible. One
by noreply@blogger.com (Edward)5 views202195chablischardonnaycontextflowers - news
Hidden Gems of Emilia-Romagna: The Wines of Poderi dal Nespoli
Let’s start the weekend on an exploration of the wines of the Emilia-Romagna wine region in north central Italy with a focus on the Poderi dal Nespoli winery. Recently I attended a virtual wine tasting led by wine educator, Fili ppo Bartolott a, and the winemaker of Poderi dal Nespoli, Scipione Giuliani . Despite the reputation of of its surrounding neighbors, Emilia-Romagna is one of Italy's underappreciated wine regions so lets change that one bottle at a time starting with Poderi dal Nespoli. All About the Poderi dal Nespoli winery The Poderi dal Nespoli winery is tucked into the rolling hills in the Romagna part of the region. Even though Emilia-Romagna is technically one region, they associate as two separate regions. If you’ve traveled throughout Italy you understand that each region has its own wi ne, cuisines and even dialect so these differences can be noticeable as you journey throughout th e country . Romagna is about an hour drive north from
by noreply@blogger.com (vinotravels21)4 viewsalbanacabernet-sauvignonchardonnayemilia-romagnasangiovese - news
Chardonnay Vs Chardonnay
<p>Battle of two Chardonnays next, one from Western Australia and the other from Burgundy, which one came out on top? Read on to find out.</p><p>Two very good producers, one a Pioneer, Robert Oatley, with his son Sandy continuing the legacy, the othe
by Dave Cronin aka VinoViews5 viewsmargaret-riversavigny-les-beaunerobert-oatleyburgundychardonnay - news
November 2025
Bindi Quartz 2024 . Peaches and sunshine. Marzipan and almond meal, pollen and a thread of cordite. Clean and pulsing with energy. Fleshy and bold in the mouth; generous, with baking spices and warmth . V. Good, and yet I hesitate to post a tasting note. . . the longer the gaps, the more my self doubt. . . I open a second and then a third bottle to triple check. . . and I come to a similar conclusion each time, it’s an excellent Chardonnay, and yet my words seem incomplete. The oak treatment is subtle - lending a background richness and understated polish; the acids wonderful; lots of layers and finesse; restraint and beauty. In between the three Bindi I sample a few glasses of 2016 Cullen ‘Kevin John’ Chardonnay . It’s much more mature (obviously), golden and nutty, laden with figs and spice. Rounded and cuddly, the tension replaced with softness. Good - Very. A further counterpoint is the 2018 Frankland Isolation Ridge Riesling . Sharp and bright, but starting to t
by noreply@blogger.com (Edward)5 views201620182024australiachardonnaygreat-southern - news
A Symphony of Gold: Hanzell’s Moon Mountain Chardonnay with Silky Chanterelle Pasta
Wine of the Week: 2021 Hanzell “Estate” Chardonnay, Moon Mountain District Some wines delight; others ground you in place. This week’s Wine of the Week, the 2021 Hanzell “Estate” Chardonnay, does both. I’ve admired Hanzell for years, though I’ve never purchased a bottle—not for lack of availability, but because Sonoma offers so many standout Chardonnays.... Read More
by Martin D. Redmond6 viewswinechantrelle-pastachardonnayfood-and-wine-pairinghanzell-moon-mountain-chardonnaymoon-mountain