Kongsgaard The Judge Chardonnay 2005

Kongsgaard The Judge Chardonnay 2005

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  • Robert Parker rating 98
  • Vinous rating 98
Kongsgaard The Judge Chardonnay 2005
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75 cl

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Fifth-generation Napa natives, Maggy and John Kongsgaard began their winemaking venture in the 1970s planting The Judge vineyard on the Kongsgaard family land near Napa. The inaugural Kongsgaard wines came in 1996 and the wines are produced in the family`s underground winery—a cave dug into the volcanic rock, high on the eastern rim of the Napa Valley where the Kongsgaards have planted a spectacular mountain vineyard. These intensely farmed, shy-bearing vineyards and a traditional low-intervention winemaking produce powerful, graceful wines—vivid expressions of vineyard and variety. An opulent and luxurious Chardonnay, with masterful oak integration.
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The 2005 Chardonnay The Judge is one of the most impressive California Chardonnays I have ever tasted. An exotic tapestry of orange rind, tangerine, spices, honey and savory herbs unfolds on the palate with stunning grace. The 2005 is rich and oily, yet also remarkably light on its feet for such a big wine. At times, there is a Chevalier-Montrachet-like richness in the glass. Viscous and deeply expressive to the finish, the 2005 is simply breathtaking.Antonio Galloni1st November 2013

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Kongsgaard is a name that echoes through the valleys of Napa as one of the most distinguished boutique wineries in the region. Founded by John Kongsgaard, whose winemaking philosophy is deeply rooted in minimalism and a profound respect for the land, the estate produces wines that are powerful yet nuanced. Kongsgaard’s approach involves minimal intervention, allowing the terroir to speak for itself through the vines. The estate is particularly renowned for its Chardonnay, which exhibits intense minerality, vibrant acidity, and a rich, complex palate. In addition to Chardonnay, Kongsgaard’s Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon also enjoy cult status, with small production volumes ensuring their rarity and desirability. These wines are a true reflection of Napa Valley’s potential to produce world-class, terroir-driven wines.

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