12 Oaked Chardonnays That Defy Expectations - Wine Enthusiast
网页2021年2月26日 · Oak-fermented or -aged Chardonnays are made across the globe in a variety of climates, so if creamy, buttery, nutty Chardonnays are your palate predilection, these wines are for you. Clendenen Family 2016 Le Bon Climat Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley); $50, 94 points.
The 30 Best Chardonnays for 2024 - VinePair
网页2024年5月2日 · A comprehensive guide to the best Chardonnays from around the world, with different styles, flavors, and prices. Find out how to pair Chardonnay with food, how to choose oak or stainless steel,...
10 Rich, Oaky Chardonnay Wines (Tasting Notes, Prices, Food
网页Oaked Chardonnay Vs. Unoaked Chardonnay Wines. Aged in an oak barrel, oaked Chardonnay has a full body, rich texture, and sweet aroma characterized by vanilla and butterscotch notes. Its palate offers a buttery flavor with notes of hazelnut, honey, and caramel. On the other hand, unoaked or “naked” Chardonnay is usually aged in steel tanks.
Best Oaked Chardonnay - I Love Wine
网页2022年2月26日 · Oaked vs. Unoaked Chardonnay. Oaky Chardonnay is aged in an oak barrel. When Chardonnay spends time or being aged in oak barrels instead of steel or plastic tanks, this oak imparts flavors into the wine that gives it a buttery and creamy finish with vanilla, cedar, and smoky notes and sweet aromas of vanilla and butterscotch.
Best Chardonnays | Wine Enthusiast
网页2024年9月20日 · If you have a light, crisp bottle, serve Chardonnay with feta or mozzarella. If it’s a light-bodied, dry, unoaked Chardonnay (think Chablis) serve it with a ripe, pungent cheese, like Camembert or Brie. Lastly, for a lightly oaked Chardonnay, reach for Gruyère, Gouda or other semi-soft cheeses.
The 9 Best Chardonnay to Buy Right Now in 2024 From Around …
网页2024年4月19日 · A guide to the best Chardonnays from around the world, with reviews, ratings, and prices. Find out which wines are worth trying, from Burgundy to Napa, from Spain to South Africa.
8 Big, Buttery Chardonnays That Are Actually Good | VinePair
网页2019年10月16日 · Trends come and go, but careful oak aging can impart timeless, beautifully balanced flavors to Chardonnay. Here are eight of our favorites from Australia, California, and Burgundy.
15 Best Bottles of Chardonnay Worth Splurging On - Food & Wine
网页2023年11月27日 · Explore the range and quality of California Chardonnay with these 15 bottles from different regions and styles. Whether you prefer lean, lush, or oaky, you'll find a good red chardonnay wine...
Chardonnay Wine Guide - Wine Folly
网页Learn about the two different styles of Chardonnay wine: oaked and unoaked. Discover the regions, brands and foods that match each style, and how to identify their flavors and aromas.
Best Napa Chardonnays to Drink Right Now in 2023 - Robb Report
网页2023年1月26日 · It all depends upon what we’re pairing it with. Non-oaked (or lightly oaked) versions are great to drink on their own as an aperitif or pair with crudité platters, charcuterie and briny seafood.