- The Winery
- Address: 257 West 116th Street, New York, NY 10026
- Telephone: 212-222-4866
- Opening hours: Open 7 days, 12-9 PM.
Grape: 100% Chardonnay. Region: USA> California> Napa Valley> Carneros. Notes: Sustainable farming, native yeast, 14 months on the lees, no malolactic fermentation.
Description: Shafer Vineyards in the Stags' Leap district of Napa Valley, California, is an iconic family-owned winery, named one of the top 25 vineyards in the world by the wine publication Wine & Spirits and “one of the world’s greatest wineries” by wine critic Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The Chardonnay is produced from small-clustered clones selected for their low yields and distinctive flavors. Aromas of buttercream, banana, and marjoram. The palate reveals bright acidity and a round mouthfeel. Notes of apple, savory herb, and a pinch of salt. Toward the finish in a restrained flavor of buttercream while keeping a tight nerve throughout the length of the palate. Excellent food wine but can be served as an aperitif during the fall and winter months.