Scott Family Estate Dijon Clone Chardonnay 2011, Arroyo Seco, Monterey
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Critic Reviews (2)
This is a pleasant, well-balanced, fresh, judiciously oaked chardonnay from Monterey. Acids are slightly hard and...
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I'm not sure whether it’s a good idea to start naming clones on the label, but it did attract my attention. Dijon is...
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Community Reviews (2)
“Dijon Clone” refers to the type of vine used here-a clone that's found in Burgundy. This is aromatic with fresh pineapple and Meyer lemon, which follows through on the palate. Oak is definitely present but well integrated, a well balanced chard with great acidity to give it a fresh lift.
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Bright gold in colour with a medium to medium+ intensity on the nose.
Positives: A pleasant wine featuring lightly toasted oak, green apple, lemon meringue and butterscotch on the finish. Medium+ body, with good acidity and medium length.
Negatives: None
Drink now or over the next 3 years on its own or pair it with rotisserie chicken.
Tasted: 8 Jan 13
Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 8.5+/10, Total: 17.5/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+
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