Dark Horse Chardonnay

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Ooak, Smooth, CaramelAnything but Ordinary Winemaker, Beth Liston, knocked the dust off the traditional Chardonnay flavor profile to give this classic varietal a true Dark Horse makeover. Thanks to her signature mix of classic and innovative techniques, Dark Horse Chardonnay has made believers out of the very label-chasers who thought quality wine had to come at a price.BETH’S METHOD Back Blending or blending in unique varietals before finalizing the wine with Voigner and GewurztraminerWhat You’ll Taste The light sweetness of juicy, stone fruit flavorsA softer, creamier flavor rideDivine, buttery notes with a smooth finishThe deep, toasty flavors of oak and vanillaRAPID SUR LIE AGING a pricey aging technique Beth has perfected at a reasonable costWhat You’ll Taste The light sweetness of juicy, stone fruit flavorsA softer, creamier flavor rideDivine, buttery notes with a smooth finishThe deep, toasty flavorsMALOLACTIC FERMENTATION Or ML for the cool kids. A second fermentation that allows some of the more acidic flavors to mellow outWhat You’ll Taste The light sweetness of juicy, stone fruit flavorsA softer, creamier flavor rideDivine, buttery notes with a smooth finishTheFRENCH AND AMERICAN OAK AGING What You’ll Taste The light sweetness of juicy, stone fruit flavorsA softer, creamier flavor rideDivine, buttery notes with a smooth finishThe deep, toasty flavors of oak and vanillaBEST TASTE SCENARIOS Bring on your heavyweights, this Chardonnay is no pushover. When you’re staring down a super indulgence like lobster mac n’ cheese, the assertive Dark Horse Chardonnay is your perfect match. This show off also elevates bright, sunshiny flavors in summer staples like sangrias and creamy desserts. – Dark Horse Wines