A Few Chardonnay Questions

[Thomas]

Can't detract or add to what has been said already but I will point out that going to tastings is a good idea, but you have to understand that a wine tasting is an environment that can alter your perception one way or the other. It is not especially conducive to making good buying decisions unless you concentrate and clear your palate between each wine.

As for the malo-lactic and Chardonnay. I am one who does not believe the California people do it because they feel there is too much malic acid. Many do it because they want the buttery wine. Some smart ones blend back clean Chardonnay into their ml ones so that the butter is subdued. As far as I am concerned, I am with you. If I want butter or cheese or milk, I don't need a wine to fill the bill.