Charval

Thank god Virginia is here. #wbc14 @dcswinecountry

Very nice and clean.

I was surprisingly impressed by this solid showing from Virginia. Dry, medium-bodied white blend of Chard and Rkatsiteli rounded out with a bit of Sauv Blanc and Petit Manseng. Citrusy lemon zest and grapefruit take center stage with notes of gardenia, melon, and cedar on the nose with ripe apples showing up as the wine warms up a bit in my glass. On the palate more bright lemon and grapefruit in front of baked apples and oaky toast, and hints of rose water, almond oil, and ginger on a medium finish. With the strong citrus I figured this would be strictly drink-now; but with the clear oak notes and hints of bottle age I think it could actually cellar well for a few more years.

Generally not a red wine person but this was enjoyable. Little darker undertones and minimal oak tones. Would buy again.

Golden color, pineapple smell, tart attack followed by a rounded yet muted mid pallette with a slight buttery finish.

Not really for us, a little sharp

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