2003 Chateau Souverain, ChardonnayRated 92 points by The Wine Cellar
March 5, 2010: In 2005 I bought a case of 2003 Chardonnay form Chateau Souverain, Sonoma County. I have tasted the wine before and was impressed with its complex character. It wasn't however till recently when I tasted it again that my opinion of it improved considerably. The wine has matured very well and it could very well be at its peak.
Winemaker Ed Killian has chosen grapes from three Sonoma County wine growing regions to create this multi-layered Chardonnay. Russian River Valley was chosen for its honeysuckle floral aromas and tropical fruit flavors; Alexander Valley for pear and peach flavors; and Carneros for its ripe-apple and lemon-citrus. French barrels gave it a toasty oak flavor.
This Chardonnay lived every bit up to the description of its winemaker. Brilliant, full-bodied, balanced, complex, concentrated, and with a subtle oak flavor it's an outstanding wine. I paid about $15/bottle in 2005 and that places it in the upper range of the wines that are in most peoples' budget--including mine. There are many wines as good in this price category but with a rating of 92 points, The Wine Cellar recommends that it is added to the inventory of even a modest cellar.
Winemaker Ed Killian has chosen grapes from three Sonoma County wine growing regions to create this multi-layered Chardonnay. Russian River Valley was chosen for its honeysuckle floral aromas and tropical fruit flavors; Alexander Valley for pear and peach flavors; and Carneros for its ripe-apple and lemon-citrus. French barrels gave it a toasty oak flavor.
This Chardonnay lived every bit up to the description of its winemaker. Brilliant, full-bodied, balanced, complex, concentrated, and with a subtle oak flavor it's an outstanding wine. I paid about $15/bottle in 2005 and that places it in the upper range of the wines that are in most peoples' budget--including mine. There are many wines as good in this price category but with a rating of 92 points, The Wine Cellar recommends that it is added to the inventory of even a modest cellar.
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