Bogle Chardonnay, 2010

Every October I await the release of Bogle Phantom.  I've never tasted any of Bogle's other varietals.  Last night while shopping at Fresh Market  Bogle Chardonnay and Bogle Merlot were on sale --- 2/$15 regularly $9.99.  I couldn't pass it up.  This was an affordable way to taste Bogle.  Now when Bogle Phantom hits the shelves I am familiar and more knowledgeable about their wines.  Already many customers tell me that  Bogle Petite Sirah is one of their favorites.  A wine I'll have to taste at a later date.  Anyway, I'll stop rambling.  Last night I opened the Chardonnay.  

Bogle 2010 Chardonnay is from California. The grapes are from two vineyards in Clarksburg and Monterey.  Fermentation is 50% in new American oak and sur-lie aging. Aged for 9 months in new American oak and undergoes partial malolactic fermentation.  This Chardonnay was quite nice and very enjoyable. It is a complex Chardonnay.  The winemaker's notes are spot on. The aroma was light fruit.  The flavor pear and apple with a hint of spice and butter. It finished with a light lemon tartness.  Slightly creamy.  Not overly acidic.  Not overpowering oak.  Nicely balanced.  This is now on my list of favorite Chardonnay's. 

Winemaker's Notes:  Aromas of fruit and spice mingle and tantalize the senses as you first encounter this Chardonnay. Green apples and juicy pears give way to elegant hints of Meyer lemons, but circle back to finish ripe and refreshing on the palate. Created by aging on the lees, the rich and velvety mouthfeel takes the fruit to another level, allowing the flavors to sink softly into spicy vanilla notes of American oak. The finish, graceful as a lemon meringue, perfectly balances the wine’s creaminess and acidity.