Talbott makes some incredible Pinot and Chardonnay from their estate vineyards in Monterey County, and the Kali Hart, named after proprietor Robb Talbott’s youngest daughter, is always a great value.  This 100% estate wine is their entry level, and as I’ve said many times, some of the greatest values come from entry level or second wines of higher-end producers.

If I see this wine in a shop or on a restaurant list, I know, no matter the vintage, that it’s going to be a good bet.  This held true for the 2010 vintage which shows the bright acid signature of Monterey County balanced by round oak and beautiful yeasty flavors from 9 months of aging on the lees (dead yeast).

I applaud Talbott for bottling this and other wines under screw cap.  Hopefully more domestic wineries wake up and recognize that this is a far superior bottling method.  At $11.95 I happily call this one of my house Chardonnays, not only worthy of daily drinking but daily enjoyment!

Buy Here: 2010 Talbott Kali Hart Chardonnay $11.95

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