2024 J Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay (Monterey)

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by Norm Bentley

The North Georgia Wine Advisor

2024 J Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay (Monterey)

Dos August - 2026

Last night the "Chardonnay Queen" prepared a Seafood Feast that could have been featured on the "Queen Elizabeth" for first class passengers!  On board for the cruise were Shrimp Cocktails, Matlacha's Best Crabcakes. Fried Flounder, and an Avocado-Tomato Salad.  An appropriate wine for such a feast was the 2024 J Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay from Monterey.  Even the Ship's Captain was impressed!

This is a lush and fragrant Chardonnay, with a slight buttery texture and a solid finishing presence.  The flavors are Golden Delicious Apple, Myer Lemon, Bartlett Pear, and a bit of Apricot.  The alcohol content is 13.9%. and Norm's score is 92.

Th1s is definitely a "Food-Friendly" wine, and pairs well with seafood, fowl, and a variety of full-meal salads.

score: 92

price : $12 - $17

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Here's looking at you Kid!

Norm

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Norm's Tasting Notes "The Story"

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by Norm Bentley

The North Georgia Wine Advisor

Norm's Tasting Notes is posted here on a bi-monthly basis, and usually is available every other Friday.

I have been reviewing wine online for nearly twenty years, and before that I was a retail wine merchant, and on numerous occasions I judged wines at International Wine Festivals, and hosted private wine tastings as well.

My motto is :The best wine is the one you like!

Also; "I taste bad wines so that you don't have to"

Now, that's just the way I see it, and you can tell them I said so!

Here's looking at you Kid!

Norm

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2023 Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Sonoma Chardonnay

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by Norm Bentley

The North Georgia Wine Advisor

2023 Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Sonoma Chardonnay

Uno August - 2026

The "Chardonnay Queen's" favorite purveyor of Chardonnay has always been Rodney Strong, so of course she was pleased with the 2023 Chalk Hill, as was I!  We indulged ourselves with a pairing of this one with Grilled Salmon and Ravioli stuffed with Spinach and Asiago, along with Garlic Alfredo sauce and warm French bread.  Oh La La!

This bright, crisp Chardonnay tastes the way Chardonnay is supposed to, with flavors of apple and pear, and a light kiss of lemon.  The finish is smooth and clean, and begs for another sip!  The alcohol content is 13.5%. and Norm's score is 91.

Th1s is a perfect white wine for summer fare, ranging from salad, to salmon, to shellfish, or even your favorite version of "Yard Bird".

score: 91

price : $15- $20

Now, that's just the way I see it, and you can tell them I said so!

Here's looking at you Kid!

Norm

normwine@bellsouth.net

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