1998 Hess Select Chardonnay
Vineyard: The Hess Collection
Price: $13.49
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Varietal: Chardonnay
Style: White
Region: United States > California > Monterey
Other Vintages: 2010 2009 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1997
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WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Aroma: Ripe tropical fruits of pineapple, mango and passion fruit. Second layer has banana, pear, lemon and toasty oak. Flavors: Ripe red apples, melon and guava. Peach , apricot and toast follow with nuances of butter, honey and spice. The mid-palate is full and has coating texture. Finish: Clean, crisp and a lingering sensation of ripe fruits.
Expert Reviews
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for United States-California: 89 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: drink now<br/>