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CHARDONNAY
92 Nathan K. 2016 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes). Pristine aromas of lemongrass and white flowers carry the nose of this polished Chardonnay. The palate brings crunchy white-plum and lemon-zest flavors set against delicate warm spices, with bright acidity integrated into a silken backdrop. Powdered lemon candies linger on the close. —A.P.
abv: 12.3% Price: $33
91 Dr. Konstantin Frank 2017 Hilda Chardonnay (Finger Lakes). For full review see page 125.
abv: 12% Price: $35
90 Heron Hill 2017 Unoaked Ingle Vineyard Chardonnay (Finger Lakes). Sourced from a vineyard on the west side of Canandaigua Lake, this wine offers bright, focused aromas of white flowers, lime peel and crushed stone. The light-bodied palate is mildly creamy in lemon curd and white-plum flavors that are shot through with bright, zesty acidity. A stony minerality pervades throughout and the finish carries along a savory blanched almond note. —A.P.
abv: 13.1% Price: $20
90 Lamoreaux Landing 2017 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Finger Lakes). For full review see page 132. Best Buy.
abv: 12.4% Price: $15
Aromas of nuts, lemongrass, citrus and flowers are gentle
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