Excellent. Could be faster shipping to shipping company. Would shop here again.
One of the store employees suggested this wine to me and I'm so glad he did, I was pleasantly surprised at how flavorful it was.
Averaen Chardonnay Willamette Valley 2022 750ml
$19.99
SKU: 64821
Jeff - Wine Specialist, Sherman Oaks
Averaen Willamette Valley Chardonnay is a lot of wine for under twenty bucks.
Averaen produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the Willamette Valley, a cool-climate region well-known for these two varietals. They are proponents of sustainable farming and hands-off winemaking, opting for native yeasts and mostly neutral oak. Two-thirds of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation, with 10% aged in new oak, 10% in stainless steel, and the remaining 80% in neutral oak.
On the palate, it beautifully balances a crisp, fresh minerality with a surprisingly rich, medium-light body. It delivers tons of flavor, featuring notes of pineapple, jasmine, and citrus alongside a hint of vanilla—all perfectly supported by the partial "ML" and that touch of new oak.
It would pair perfectly with white fish (even fish tacos), lemon-herbed chicken, light cheeses, and light vegetables.
Ultimately, this is a beautiful Chardonnay that is incredibly hard to beat at this price point.