Watts Chardonnay Reserve Casa Azul Vineyard 2003

Watts Chardonnay Reserve Casa Azul Vineyard 2003
Lodi, California

Lodi is an oft-overlooked winegrowing region of California, despite having the right combination, of soils, drainage, and weather for making great wine. With all that going for it, the fact that it remains under the radar is just another plus: great wines for less than you'd pay if they came from other, more famous areas. The Watts family has been growing grapes here for generations, and their Casa Azul Vineyard Chardonnay has everything you expect from California Chardonnay: ripe tropical fruit flavors complemented by touches of butter and vanilla; a full, creamy body and texture; and a smooth finish.