Au Bon Climat, Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Ynez Valley
Au Bon Climat · California › Santa Ynez Valley › United States of America
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91
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2
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Community Reviews
22
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90.5
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91
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Taster #0190
· Jan 15, 2025
91/100
A bit lacking compare to the 1997 ABC S&B Chardonnay I had previously. While still well balanced and with plenty of years left of life, it simply felt more flat and lacking the same fullness and richness that the 1997 had. From 1.5L bottle in perfect condition. Will easily last another 5-10 years.
1999 vintage
Taster #1681
· Jan 20, 2017
90/100
1988 AU BON CLIMAT SANFORD & BENEDICT RESERVE CHARDONNAY- although this bottle had some oxidized coloring and notes, the true essence of the amazing bounty of the original product was still evidenced; this one had concentrated pear, apple, stone fruit and citrus notes along with some butterscotch and caramel which was transported in a smooth and lush texture all the way to the back end; still viable and enjoyable and for me a re-visit to one of my favorite all …
1988 vintage