Whites - Chardonnay #1 - Matanzas Creek Winery 2011 (U.S.A.)

Part A - White wines

Section 1 - Chardonnay

July 4th, 2014

Matanzas Creek Winery - 2011

• Sonoma County, California
• Chardonnay
• $ 31.50
• Color: Lemon yellow
• Served with: Tilapia filet with goat cheese & sun-dried tomato sauce (sauce not pictured), brown rice, green beans and carrots. 

He says:           3.5 stars

• Oak wood taste is apparent
• A little bit of cat piss taste but not bad 
• Buttery feel, with a citrus tang
• Lemon butter, lush creaminess
• Caramel/Honey/Vanilla apple
• Smells like wood, looks very pale yellow
• Verdict: pretty decent complex wine, although too oaky

She says:           4.5 stars

• Smoky, wet wood taste
• Caramel, brioche, vanilla
• "Bottom of the forest" taste