Raymond Family Classic Chardonnay 2018

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Raymond
Label Name:
 
Family Classic Chardonnay
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
North Coast, California (sourced from Napa & North Coast vineyards)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Raymond's entry-level Chardonnays typically receive mid-80s reviews from critics (example: Decanter 86 for Raymond R Collection Chardonnay 2018). Retail tasting notes commonly describe 13

Tasting Note
Creamy, medium-full Chardonnay with pear, apple, pineapple and honeysuckle aromas, vanilla/oak spice and a honeyed, slightly buttery finish balanced by refreshing acidity.

Food Pairing
Western: roasted chicken, creamy pasta, grilled shrimp, lobster, soft cheeses (Brie/Camembert). Asian: miso-glazed black cod, tempura prawns, teriyaki chicken, creamy coconut Thai curry.

Production Method
Fermented with a mix of stainless steel and oak influence; partial malolactic fermentation and short aging in neutral/treated French oak to add creaminess and vanilla notes.

Vineyard Info
Raymond Vineyards, founded 1970 in Napa Valley (Rutherford), now owned by Jean-Charles Boisset; estate practices include organic/biodynamic certification on key sites and solar-powered operations.