The Estates Tier features exceptional wines from select Napa Valley vineyards, carefully chosen for their outstanding quality. Crafted by Robert Mondavi’s expert winemakers, these bottles embody the essence of the region, celebrating Napa’s finest!
The Carneros Chardonnay thrives in the region's cool, foggy climate, allowing for a slow and even ripening process that enhances its complex flavors and enticing aromas. This meticulous cultivation results in a wine that's both vibrant and sophisticated truly a must try!
The ideal mix of cool nights, foggy mornings, and breezy afternoons from San Pablo Bay gives rise to a well-balanced Chardonnay with rich, nuanced flavors. This exceptional climate results in a wine that’s both lively and elegant, perfect for any occasion!
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Description
The Estates Tier Carneros Chardonnay exemplifies the excellence of Robert Mondavi’s winemaking approach, showcasing grapes from the finest vineyards within Napa Valley. This Chardonnay is crafted from grapes grown on the foggy, wind-swept slopes of Carneros, a region renowned for its ideal conditions for producing high-quality wines. The cool nights and foggy mornings, coupled with the refreshing afternoon breezes from San Pablo Bay, facilitate a slow and even ripening process, which is crucial for developing the wine’s full spectrum of flavors and aromas. The result is a Chardonnay that delivers a beautifully balanced profile, marked by vibrant citrus notes, subtle oak influences, and a creamy texture. This meticulous attention to the growing environment and winemaking process ensures that every bottle of The Estates Tier Carneros Chardonnay embodies the elegance and complexity that Robert Mondavi’s wines are celebrated for.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Butter, Caramelized Toast, Peach
Palate:Butterscotch, Caramelized Toast
Food Pairings:
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Description
The Estates Tier Carneros Chardonnay exemplifies the excellence of Robert Mondavi’s winemaking approach, showcasing grapes from the finest vineyards within Napa Valley. This Chardonnay is crafted from grapes grown on the foggy, wind-swept slopes of Carneros, a region renowned for its ideal conditions for producing high-quality wines. The cool nights and foggy mornings, coupled with the refreshing afternoon breezes from San Pablo Bay, facilitate a slow and even ripening process, which is crucial for developing the wine’s full spectrum of flavors and aromas. The result is a Chardonnay that delivers a beautifully balanced profile, marked by vibrant citrus notes, subtle oak influences, and a creamy texture. This meticulous attention to the growing environment and winemaking process ensures that every bottle of The Estates Tier Carneros Chardonnay embodies the elegance and complexity that Robert Mondavi’s wines are celebrated for.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Butter, Caramelized Toast, Peach
Palate:
Butterscotch, Caramelized Toast
Food Pairings:
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Butter, Caramelized Toast, Peach
Butterscotch, Caramelized Toast
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish