Grape Expectations wine review: House of Brown California Chardonnay
Jon Christensen
Price: $19.99
Availability: Twisted Vine, Barrel and Bottle, HomeBuys (Morse Road), Gentile s Wine Sellers, Savor Growl, Hills Market (both locations), Hausfrau Haven, Victorian Village Market, Beverage Source (Newark), Savor Pint, Annie s Wine Cottage, and Palumbo s Italian Market (Granville).
Aroma: nicely assertive chardonnay aroma, with crisp overtones
Flavor: jostaberry, guava, hints of tropical citrus
Notes: An engaging wine that avoids the bloated qualities of the too-many California chardonnays that are grown in semi-tropical conditions. The refreshing tropical notes make it suitable as an aperitif, which stays on the table when the food shows up and the meal begins.
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