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2015 Chardonnay

Linguist Estates

Paso Robles, California

A 94 Point, Platinum medal winning white that harnesses the power of academic winemaking

$19.20
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Linguist Estates

Linguist Estates

Chardonnay

Sometimes academics can help out in the real world. The Linguist Estates Chardonnay uses the power of fermentation to create the ideal mouth-feel for this California Chardonnay. The winemakers use what is called “partial malolactic fermentation” to ensure that the way the wine feels as it rolls across your tongue is perfect. Too much “malo” can make wines that are very soft feeling, we think that they nailed it with this wine. The fermentation not only affects the mouthfeel, but it also adds the complexity to the wine by imparting hazelnut and dried fruit flavors. Judges love it too. It took home 94 Points and a Platinum medal at the 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine and Spirits Competition, and silver medals at the 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition and at the 2018 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge!

ABOUT THIS WINE

Linguist Estates

Linguist Estates

Chardonnay

Sometimes academics can help out in the real world. The Linguist Estates Chardonnay uses the power of fermentation to create the ideal mouth-feel for this California Chardonnay. The winemakers use what is called “partial malolactic fermentation” to ensure that the way the wine feels as it rolls across your tongue is perfect. Too much “malo” can make wines that are very soft feeling, we think that they nailed it with this wine. The fermentation not only affects the mouthfeel, but it also adds the complexity to the wine by imparting hazelnut and dried fruit flavors. Judges love it too. It took home 94 Points and a Platinum medal at the 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine and Spirits Competition, and silver medals at the 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition and at the 2018 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge!

Linguist Estates

WINE REGION:

Outline of Paso Robles

Paso Robles

California's fastest-growing wine region is quickly gaining an international reputation for its innovative and boundary-breaking wines. Located halfway between LA and San Francisco, the Paso Robles AVA in San Luis Obispo County has two main zones. The eastern side has a hot and sunny climate with deep, rich soils producing plush, fruity wines with sweet ripe flavors. To the west, the cooling influence of the Pacific brings a zingy backbone to rich Zinfandel and Rhône favorites like Syrah and Viognier. Italian varietals like Sangiovese and Nebbiolo are also favorites of Paso Robles grape growers and wine drinkers.

WINE REGION

Outline of Paso Robles

Paso Robles

California's fastest-growing wine region is quickly gaining an international reputation for its innovative and boundary-breaking wines. Located halfway between LA and San Francisco, the Paso Robles AVA in San Luis Obispo County has two main zones. The eastern side has a hot and sunny climate with deep, rich soils producing plush, fruity wines with sweet ripe flavors. To the west, the cooling influence of the Pacific brings a zingy backbone to rich Zinfandel and Rhône favorites like Syrah and Viognier. Italian varietals like Sangiovese and Nebbiolo are also favorites of Paso Robles grape growers and wine drinkers.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Linguist Estates 2015 Chardonnay

Pairs well with…

Cheeseboard, Grilled Chicken, Fresh Vegetables

Body
3
Body
Acidity
3
Acidity
Sweetness
2
Sweetness
Tannin
1
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Cheeseboard, Grilled Chicken, Fresh Vegetables

FLAVOR PROFILE

Linguist Estates 2015 Chardonnay

Pairs well with…

Cheeseboard, Grilled Chicken, Fresh Vegetables

Body
3
Body
Acidity
3
Acidity
Sweetness
2
Sweetness
Tannin
1
Tannin

Pairs well with…

Cheeseboard, Grilled Chicken, Fresh Vegetables

TASTING NOTES:

Green Apple

Caramel

Vanilla

Rounder palate and texture complements mild flavors, we've been enjoying this with roast chicken and fresh vegetables. Take your time with the mouthfeel on this one, if you have another varietal around (think Chenin Blanc or Riesling) try them side by side.

TASTING NOTES

Green Apple

Caramel

Vanilla

Rounder palate and texture complements mild flavors, we've been enjoying this with roast chicken and fresh vegetables. Take your time with the mouthfeel on this one, if you have another varietal around (think Chenin Blanc or Riesling) try them side by side.

AWARDS:

Linguist Estates

medal
4 TOTAL AWARDS

94 Points, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

Platinum Medal, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition

AWARDS

Linguist Estates

medal
4 TOTAL AWARDS

94 Points, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

Platinum Medal, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition

Silver Medal, 2018 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition

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ABOUT THE BRAND:

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Linguist Estates

Every language has its own beautiful harmony, and only a true master linguist can identify each nuanced cadence and modulation among them. Winemaking is similar; one must listen to every vintage, pick up on the subtleties of a region's terroir and identify the effects on each varietal. Few achieve master status, but Linguist Estates represents just that in every bottle. Our wines share the intricacies of California's climate and winemaking with a rhythmic elegance you will be delighted to experience.

ABOUT THE BRAND

large bunches of red grapes on the vine

Linguist Estates

Every language has its own beautiful harmony, and only a true master linguist can identify each nuanced cadence and modulation among them. Winemaking is similar; one must listen to every vintage, pick up on the subtleties of a region's terroir and identify the effects on each varietal. Few achieve master status, but Linguist Estates represents just that in every bottle. Our wines share the intricacies of California's climate and winemaking with a rhythmic elegance you will be delighted to experience.