Tasting: Maipe Chardonnay

• Name: Maipe Chardonnay
• Variety: 85% Chardonnay, 15% Viognier
• Region: Mendoza
• Country: Argentina
• Year: 2012
• Price: $7.95

My Review: I smelled green and sour apple scents, the pear that I smelled was more of the rind than the fruit. There was very little acidity. The finish was full and the flavor lasted for awhile. I have had Maipe Pinot Grigio before and did not like it, but I actually enjoyed the Chardonnay.

Shop Review: 30% malolactic fermentation, 30% was aged in French oak barrels. Brilliant yellow golden color with green hints. The wine is crisp and filled with white peach, pear, green apples flavors, toasty vanilla. Elegant and luscious wine, well balanced. Crisp and long finish. Pairs well with creamy soups, pork, veal, vegetables.

I did not try this wine with food.