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Au Bon Climat

Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay

8.92 ratings
-no pro ratings
Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces

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Au Bon ClimatSanta Barbara County, Central CoastChardonnay
Top Notes For
Ming L
8.9

The cork looks fine, or a bit too perfect for a bottle approaching 20 years?

The nose offers classic, appealing notes of toasted hazelnut, baked apple, and faded honey for a mature Chard. However, on the palate, the fruit has receded, leaving the acidity bordering on sour.

Slightly over the hill, it’s nevertheless a good experience.

The cork looks fine, or a bit too perfect for a bottle approaching 20 years?

The nose offers classic, appealing notes of toasted hazelnut, baked apple, and faded honey for a mature Chard. However, on the palate, the fruit has receded, leaving the acidity bordering on sour.

Slightly over the hill, it’s nevertheless a good experience.

Sep 11th, 2025
Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego
9.0

Scott@Mister had this 8 years ago

Scott@Mister had this 8 years ago

Oct 11th, 2017