As a general rule, domestic chardonnay made without oak fermentation or aging tends to be bland. There are exceptions, and the Teresa’s Unoaked from Balletto is an excellent example of one of those exceptions. Crisp and clean, with refreshing acidity, this vintage shows notes of green apple pear on the palate. The finish is long and inviting.
Balletto, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2017
By Robert Whitley