2019 Brendel "Noble One - Unoaked" Napa Valley Chardonnay

Name: 2019 Brendel "Noble One - Unoaked" Napa Valley Chardonnay
SKU: 1543908
Rating: 92 (2 reviews)

Wine & Spirits

Review Date: 06/2022

This is a new brand launched by the team at Heitz, led by Carlton McCoy, Jr., whose background as a sommelier took this chardonnay in a fresh, savory direction. The wine is made by (Heitz Winemaker) Brittany Sherwood, who sources fruit from Oak Knoll and Carneros; she ferments it in stainless steel, where it rests on the lees for a year. It sees no oak and only occasional lees stirring, presenting the fennel and anise flavors of the grape at center stage. A pale white with appealing freshness.

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Staff Reviews

Kaj Stromer

Review Date: 07/2021

Brendel is the newest winery creation by the venerable Heitz Estate. Ever since the Lawrence family took over in 2018 they've been pouring a ton of energy in the property. This refreshing style Chardonnay is sourced from 100% organically farmed vineyards in the cooler Oak Knoll district of Napa Valley. The wine is aged 8 months in stainless steel tanks to retain the freshness of fruit and vibrant acidity. There's plenty of zesty citrus and green apple notes yet there's good texture on the palate. I strongly recommend this Chardonnay made in the style of Chablis. An excellent inaugural release. The wine clocks in at a sleek 12.5 alcohol

Product Details

Origin: Napa Valley, California, United States

Type/Varietal: Chardonnay

Alcohol Content: 12.5%

SKU: #1543908