Robert Mondavi Private Selection Chardonnay — Tasting Notes

Robert Mondavi Private Selection Chardonnay is a California Central Coast Chardonnay known for its creamy, smooth style and balanced fruit complexity, shaped by French oak aging and malolactic fermentation

Official tasting profile

• Aromas: Key lime pie, honeysuckle, pineapple, with hints of crème brûlée and vanilla bean.
• Palate: Baking spice and toasty oak, leading to a creamy finish with a fresh lift.
• Style: Rich, creamy texture with natural acidity preserved by cooler coastal influences.
• Winemaking: Sourced from prime vineyards in Paicines AVA and Monterey County; French oak aging and malolactic fermentation.

Vivino user impressions

• Fruit notes: Ripe apple, melon, citrus, tropical fruit.
• Other flavors: Creamy malolactic tones, spicy French oak, baked bread.
• Common descriptors: Oak, butter, vanilla, peach, pear, citrus, pineapple, cream, cheese, honey, minerals.
• Body & style: Luscious, complex, with a balance of fruit and oak; often described as “soft” and “oaky.”

Additional tasting highlights

• First sip: Ripe pineapple and crisp green apple, with creamy vanilla and toasted oak.
• Balance: Lush fruit character paired with refreshing acidity, making it versatile for seafood or roast chicken.
• Finish: Smooth, lingering, and harmonious.