91.4 points CellarTracker.com community score.
91 points Robert Parker: "[$42 list] The outstanding 2012 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast was made from the Old Wente clone, with malolactic fermentation completely blocked, and only 25% new French oak used. Made in a Chablis-like style, it possesses lots of citrus and green apple notes, medium to full body, and wonderful freshness, delineation, acidity and intensity. Those who complain that California Chardonnays are too buttery or oaky will love what Auteur has accomplished with this cuvée. (Dec 2014)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "Pure, ripe and juicy, with peach, nectarine, green apple and citrus notes, eschewing oak and focusing on the grape. Presents a lovely, lingering finish. 330 cases made. (2/28/15)"
91 points Robert Parker: "[$42 list] The outstanding 2012 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast was made from the Old Wente clone, with malolactic fermentation completely blocked, and only 25% new French oak used. Made in a Chablis-like style, it possesses lots of citrus and green apple notes, medium to full body, and wonderful freshness, delineation, acidity and intensity. Those who complain that California Chardonnays are too buttery or oaky will love what Auteur has accomplished with this cuvée. (Dec 2014)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "Pure, ripe and juicy, with peach, nectarine, green apple and citrus notes, eschewing oak and focusing on the grape. Presents a lovely, lingering finish. 330 cases made. (2/28/15)"
| Product SKU | 351644 |
| Producer | Auteur |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Sonoma County |
| Appellation | Sonoma Coast |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
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