Monday, November 17, 2014

Elesko Chardonnay D.S.C 2010 neskorý sber yellow label (oak barrel)

Variety: Chardonnay

Country of origin: Slovakia
Wine appellation: Malé Karpaty, village Vištúk, vineyard Zoya
Vintage: 2010
Alcohol content: 12.5%
Color: medium yellow
Bouquet: grilled pineapple, hint of hazelnuts and vanilla
Taste: medium body, unripe pineapple, citrus stile, hint of vanilla, good acidity, medium to slightly longer finish
Overall score: 4+7.5+12+6+7=86.5
Price: EUR 13
Stopper: single piece cork
Much better than 2009 vintage tasted at the same time. This has lower alcohol, better mouth structure and good acidity due to cold 2010 vintage. All this is accompanied by light barrel tones.

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