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LVE Chardonnay Carneros Chardonnay

I will be honest here. I am not a big fan of Chardonnay and will usually opt for ABC (Anything BUT Chardonnay) when given the chance. This wine changed all of that. In a word – GORGEOUS.

LVE is John Legend’s label, Legend Vinyard Exclusive, in partnership with Raymond Vineyards where they have created a dozen or so vintages. While I fully intend to work my way through the list, they made magic on this one. Even the label on this Chardonnay is beauty. It shouldn’t be a surprise given everything John Legend touches turns to gold.  Even the label on this wine is beauty. Creamy white roses and brushed gold with unassuming, yet elegant lettering. Beauty. I shouldn’t be surprised given everything John Legend touches turns to gold.

The nose on the 2021 LVE Chardonnay evokes creamy white flowers, ripe melon and fresh pears with perhaps a whisper of baking spices in the background. On the tongue you get buttery warm brioche and spiced pears that feels like velvet and lingers in a long, luxurious finish.

LVE Carneros Chardonnay

Don’t confuse this with John Legend Signature Series by LVE Chardonnay. If the difference in the labels aren’t enough of a clue, the price difference will be. Don’t be fooled by online vendors that show the rose label at a $16-ish price tag. You’re not going to get this bottle. Your going to get this one…

Don’t get me wrong, this is a lovely Chardonnay if you are a Chardonnay fan. It’s also a great value as well but it is NOT what I am talking about here. The LVE Chardonnay Carneros is what I am talking about and well worth the investment. If you see it for less than $45 retail, it’s not the Carneros.

Slàinte!

Flavor Profile:  
Sweetness
Acidity
Alcohol
Body
Flavor intensity
Flavor characteristics
Aroma		 Dry
Low
14.5%
Full
Medium
Spiced Pear, Lemon Zest, Crème Brûlée
Pear, Jasmine, Fresh Melon
   

Disclosure…

Yes, I am an Independent Boisset Collection Ambassador.
Yes, Jean-Charles Boisset is the Proprietor of Raymond Vineyards.
No, I will never recommend something I don’t love just to make a buck.
Yes, if you are one of my Wine Society Members you get a significant discount on Boisset Collection wines, but:

I personally am a Wine Society Member because it’s fabulous and fully customizable. You can select as few as 3 bottles of wine every three months. Or you can do 6 or 12 bottles every three months. Your choice all the way around. A bottle of wine a month? All within your style and your budget. As I said, fabulous! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or you want to get started today!

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