Massively oaked. Some people will find it dominated by the taste of toothpicks, while others will love the butterscotch and caramel. It’s certainly delicious. The basic fruits suggest pineapples, papayas, pears and nectarines, wrapped into a texture of pure buttercream.
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The 2007 Chardonnay Private Reserve (always one of California's top Chardonnays) has toned down the toasty oak component, exhibiting excellent nutty, honeyed, buttery notes of orange marmalade, brioche, and spice. Full-bodied, rich, and pure, it reminds me of a Burgundian premier cru from Chassagne-Montrachet or Meursault. Beringer continues to turn out an impressive array of wines, proving that a gigantic global operation can be focused on quality and character...the Private Reserve final blend is always the finest wine of the group. This has been proven time and time again at these tastings.
NapaCabs
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Massively oaked. Some people will find it dominated by the taste of toothpicks, while others will love the butterscotch and caramel. It’s certainly delicious. The basic fruits suggest pineapples, papayas, pears and nectarines, wrapped into a texture of pure buttercream.
Wine Enthusiast
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The 2007 Chardonnay Private Reserve (always one of California's top Chardonnays) has toned down the toasty oak component, exhibiting excellent nutty, honeyed, buttery notes of orange marmalade, brioche, and spice. Full-bodied, rich, and pure, it reminds me of a Burgundian premier cru from Chassagne-Montrachet or Meursault. Beringer continues to turn out an impressive array of wines, proving that a gigantic global operation can be focused on quality and character...the Private Reserve final blend is always the finest wine of the group. This has been proven time and time again at these tastings.
NapaCabs
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Massively oaked. Some people will find it dominated by the taste of toothpicks, while others will love the butterscotch and caramel. It’s certainly delicious. The basic fruits suggest pineapples, papayas, pears and nectarines, wrapped into a texture of pure buttercream.
Wine Enthusiast
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