Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay Lewis Vineyard Carneros 2022

- Region
- California
- Appellation
- Carneros
- Blend
- 100% Chardonnay
- Winemaker
- Todd Graff
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
Taste profile
Body: Full-bodied, creamy texture, rich and opulent
Aromas & flavors: Meyer lemon, toasted brioche, yellow apple, vanilla bean, baking spices, flinty minerality
Structure & finish: Bright acidity, long, buttery finish
Pairings: Lobster thermidor, roasted chicken with herbs, cedar plank salmon, butternut squash risotto, dungeness crab
Tasting notes are for this wine, but from the 2021 vintage.
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“From a vineyard that is still owned by the Frank Family—off Buchli Station Road, near Bouchaine—the 2022 Chardonnay Lewis Vineyard is toasty, leesy and custardy, with overtones of citrus and white peaches. Despite being fermented and aged 11 months in 100% new French oak, it's not overdone, being medium to full-bodied, plump, round and generous, with cream and citrus notes lingering on the prolonged finish.”
“Combining nectarines, ripe pears, citrus blossoms and toast, this Napa Valley Chardonnay combines rich flavors with refreshing acidity and plenty of length. Full flavored and satisfying.”
“The 2022 Chardonnay Lewis Vineyard is classic California Chardonnay with its richer yet nicely balanced, pure style. Orchard fruits, honeyed toast, white flowers, and almond paste all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a nicely balanced, pure, layered mouthfeel, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish.”
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Deal comparison
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Price comparison
Per bottle| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| Last Bottle Price | $39 |
| Listed Retail | $85 |
| Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle) | $65 |
Avg Price (Wine-Searcher) | $35 |
| Lowest Price (Wine-Searcher) | $28.97 |
Vintage Quality
Vintage Chart
Wine Spectator · California Carneros ChardonnayMost grapes picked before the record-breaking heat in September; wines show plenty of focus
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