Villa Maria 2011 Taylors Pass Vineyard Chardonnay – Wine of the Week Review

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Villa Maria 2011 Taylors Pass Vineyard Chardonnay

Villa Maria 2011 Taylors Pass Vineyard Chardonnay

Price: $44 Rating: 14.5/20 Region: Marlborough, New Zealand Varietals: 100 percent Chardonnay Alcohol: 13.5 percent Tasting Notes: Founded in 1961 by George Fistonich, Villa Maria is one of New Zealand’s largest family-owned wineries and a leader in sustainability. In 2009, Sir George was honored with a knighthood, the first ever granted to a Kiwi winemaker. One of Villa Maria’s top-of-the-line Single Vineyard bottlings, the 2011 Taylors Pass Chardonnay shows complex flavors and a crisp mouthfeel. On the nose, its aromas are of citrus and tropical fruits. Flavors of gooseberry and guava in the mouth are complemented by mineral notes, a vibrant acidity and a clean finish. Food Pairings: Grilled fish, oysters, garden salad For more information, visit www.villamaria.co.nz Other Chardonnays we have tasted Check out GAYOT’s New Zealand Travel Guide wine.com Related Content: The Winemaker: George Fistonich and the Villa Maria Story Top 10 Summer Wines Wine and Food Pairing Wine of the Week Reviews New Releases