Raymond Chardonnay Napa Reserve 2021

There are certainly regional differences in Chardonnays produced in the USA but the paramount definer of any individual wine is the intent of the winemaker. The delicacy of chardonnay offers a canvas onto which a winemaker can impress a wide variety of fragrances and flavours through the vinification techniques he chooses. I describe first the core fragrances and flavours then the most common nuances associated with these wines as they are made in America. Fragrances of the grape are apple and apple blossom, citrics but most often lemon and floral notes especially acacia. Winemakers can and do often impart vanilla, butter, which give a sense of intensity, and peanut brittle. The core flavours are apple again, pear, fig, melons and, once again, citrics most often grapefruit or lemon though here is mostly zest not juice. The winemaking can add texture and creaminess building the wine’s richness.

Where to find this wine

Accounts that have purchased this wine in the previous twelve months are listed below, alphabetically by city. Please call ahead to confirm availability or vintage

Costco - Baxter
Baxter
218-855-5742

Costco - Burnsville
Burnsville
952-229-6480

Costco - Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids
763-712-7760

Costco - Eagan
Eagan
612-439-8060

Costco - Maple Grove
Maple Grove
763-494-8050

Costco - Maplewood
Maplewood
612-486-1738

Costco - Rochester
Rochester
507-288-2910

Costco - St Cloud
Saint Cloud

Costco - St Louis Park
Saint Louis Park
763-582-9615

Costco - Woodbury
Woodbury
425-427-7582