There’s a Banana in My Chardonnay

2004 Chardonnay
Casa Lapostolle
Casablanca Valley, Chile
$10.99
Jen’s Notes

I should have hated this chardonnay - I am a longtime champion of racy, minerally chardonnays, especially from those stressed-out vines in Chablis.

But I didn't. Though undeniably ripe, this chardonnay's beautifully rounded palate is complex and balanced by just the right amount of smooth acidity, highlighted by a hint of bright apple fruit. The other flavors are softer and tropical, including banana and peach.

Lovely, and a very good value.