This wine was used as a "control" for our Oregon guests, as we did a vertical tasting of Williams Selyem chardonnay (and compared vs a Chalone Pinot Blanc). It is very approachable, with an inviting nose followed by simple honeysuckle, ...
However, on a recent trip we picked up a bottle of a Chalone Vineyard Merlot at a grocery store. We shared it with some family while chatting in a hotel room and it was quite tasty, even when served in Styrofoam coffee cups. ...