Marchbook Dunnigan Hills Chardonnay 2019 (750mL)

The 2019 Matchbook Old Head Chardonnay, sourced from the Dunnigan Hills AVA in California’s Central Valley, showcases the Giguiere family’s estate-grown fruit. Crafted in Matchbook’s signature style, this wine blends six different Chardonnay clones and marries fruity vibrancy with measured oak influence. Its appeal lies in offering substantial depth and complexity, yet remaining approachable and priced for everyday enjoyment.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma & Bouquet
  Presents a fresh and inviting bouquet of melon and apple, unfolding into deeper notes of apricot, honey, butter, and toast.
• Palate & Texture
  Rich and creamy, thanks to 60% malolactic fermentation, which imparts a velvety texture. Flavor profiles include apricot, honey, buttery toast, complemented by lingering fruit.
• Oak & Balance
  Utilizes a mix of older “old head” barrels and some new oak, achieving a harmonious balance of toasty oak and fruit purity rich but not overpowering.