December 17, 2007
Gouveia Vineyards Chardonnay
- Winery:
- Gouveia Vineyards
- Grape:
- Oaked Chardonnay
- Region:
- Connecticut
- Vintage:
- Non-Vintage
- Price:
- $16
- Rating:
- Drink It
I brought home a bottle of Gouveia Vineyards Chardonnay after a recent visit and tasting at this terrific little Connecticut vineyard. The first thing you’ll notice about this Chardonnay is the stunning gold color of the wine. It has a fragrant bouquet with notes of apple and a nice oakiness. The wine is medium-bodied with a slightly buttery feel. It’s also semi-sweet, which makes it totally unique for a Chardonnay. This also means that you’ll want to pick and choose your spots for serving this wine. Don’t substitute it for a typical dry Chardonnay, as it won’t pair with foods as easily. However, it makes a great backyard or picnic wine, and is a really lovely change of pace.