The Data

Country   Chile

Appellation   Bio-Bio

Varietal   Chardonnay

Retail Price   $11.99

ABV   13.6%

Score   3.5 Stars/87 points

In the Glass

Brilliant, light yellow color.

The nose is moderately intense offering scents of citrus zest, kumquat, and pineapple with supporting notes of slate and grapefruit.

The palate confirms the nose delivering a citrus-driven core with flavors of orange peel. The finish is crisp with a gently trailing note of green apple and citrus.

Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture.

Cool Factor

We love crisp and refreshing un-oaked Chardonnay.

Value Grade

A tasty Chardonnay with mass appeal sold at just above $10 is always welcomed.

Analysis

The Natura wines emphasize organic farming of popular varietals from many of Chile's best wine growing regions. Their Chardonnay grapes are hand-picked in late March (southern hemisphere) and fermented in stainless steel at low temperatures. The resulting wine is bright and massively appealing with the added benefit of being sold at a bargain price. 87 points.

How to Enjoy

This wine needs nothing more than a glass as the bright crisp flavors make it an ideal aperitif.