Chardonn-YAY? Or NAY? Three Generations Weigh In...

About this episode

This episode explores the polarizing opinions on Chardonnay through a blind tasting with three generations.

Why do people LOVE or HATE Chardonnay? It's the polarizing grape that tends to split the room... I'm leading 3 generations from ages 21-80 through a blind tasting featuring six different Chardonnays, ranging from $15 to $70 a bottle. You'll hear why Chardonnay can range from “yuck” to “yum” so easily, and explore the factors that contribute to its diverse flavor profiles. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a graduate of the school of ABC (Anything But Chardonnay), this episode promises some eye-opening insights and a lot of laughs with my family, as we navigate through the often misunderstood nuances of this often debated wine. Chardonnays Mentioned in the Episode: Joel Gott 2023 Unoaked Dreaming Tree 2022 California Macon-Village by Louis Jadot 2023 Rombauer 2022 Carneros Pride Mountain Vineyards- 2024 Napa Three Sticks 2024 Durell Vineyard Other Links and Resources: Purchase our small-lot, sustainably grown, super delicious Sollevato 2023 Grenache and 2022 Sangiovese ! Super-versatile wines for your table all year round! (Use the code PODLISTENER for 10% off Nikki and Michael's Sollevato Wines!) Follow me on Instagram to get the scoop on upcoming episodes and behind the scenes…

People in this episode

Host: Nikki Lamberti

Topics covered

• Chardonnay
• wine tasting
• family
• generational opinions
• flavor profiles
• wine debate

Keywords

• Chardonnay
• wine tasting
• blind tasting
• family opinions
• flavor profiles
• wine debate
• generational differences

Sponsors

Sollevato Wines, Wine Spies, American Olive Farmer

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Joel Gott 2023 Unoaked, Dreaming Tree 2022 California, Macon-Village by Louis Jadot 2023, Rombauer 2022 Carneros, Pride Mountain Vineyards- 2024 Napa, Three Sticks 2024 Durell Vineyard

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