Waterbrook Chardonnay Wine 2008

Waterbrook

Luring aromatics of toasted almonds and buttery notes swirl among tropical fruit aromas. The creamy palate is layered with apple tart and pineapple upside down cake. This satisfying Chardonnay leaves lingering banana on the finish and balanced acidity.

Wine Enthusiast

Complex and well-crafted, especially at this price point. Two thirds was barrel fermented, one third in tank; there is also about one quarter new oak and one quarter put through malolactic. The result is an affordable Chardonnay with real style and complexity. Tropical fruit, some toast and texture, good persistence and the right balancing acid.

Score: 88. —Paul Gregutt, July 01, 2011.

Wine Spectator

Light and tangy, this white is crisp with lemony acidity, picking up apple and spice notes on the sharp-edged finish. Drink now through 2013. 14,500 cases made.

Score: 87. —Harvey Steiman, April 30, 2011.