Chateau Montelena

Napa Valley Chardonnay

9.210 ratings
9.19 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
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Jul 15th, 2017
Luke Kenning

Sommelier/Wine Director Farallon Restaurant

9.3

As I find with many older age worthy Cali chards it takes about 30min to find its way to balance. This was in fantastic shape! Still a teen!

As I find with many older age worthy Cali chards it takes about 30min to find its way to balance. This was in fantastic shape! Still a teen!

4 people found it helpfulFeb 20th, 2014
Ryan Davis

Still showing acid

Still showing acid

Jan 19th, 2016
Alex Jones

Marketing/Development Kunni/Westerly Wines

8.9

From magnum. Still fresh and alive with green apple, lemon zest and tropical fruits.

From magnum. Still fresh and alive with green apple, lemon zest and tropical fruits.

Sep 20th, 2015
Gladys Xiques

This is a powerhouse Chardonnay that has stood the test of time. Over twenty years! It's a complex wine that has aged gracefully being balanced with more brioche and honeysuckle. There is a faint note of oak but all blends effortlessly with ripened fruit. Bottle size: Magnum.

This is a powerhouse Chardonnay that has stood the test of time. Over twenty years! It's a complex wine that has aged gracefully being balanced with more brioche and honeysuckle. There is a faint note of oak but all blends effortlessly with ripened fruit. Bottle size: Magnum.

Feb 26th, 2016
Mike Mighetto Hoefling

Mike Mighetto had this 9 years ago

Mike Mighetto had this 9 years ago

Dec 22nd, 2014
Mike Mighetto Hoefling

Mike Mighetto had this 9 years ago

Mike Mighetto had this 9 years ago

Nov 28th, 2014
Jason Heller

Master Sommelier

8.8

Jason had this 10 years ago

Jason had this 10 years ago

Jul 8th, 2014
Adam Robins

Adam had this 10 years ago

Adam had this 10 years ago

Mar 25th, 2014