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Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay

Josh Cellars · California · United States

90 pts · Tasting Panel86 pts · Wine Enthusiast
$16.99
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Why it’s a great value

It carries a verified 90-point score from Tasting Panel at a price under $25. If you want to spend less, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Chardonnay is $11.99.

Taste profile

SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense

* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.

What it tastes like

Ripe Chardonnay with a creamy texture, baked lemon and stone fruit, plus dessert-like notes of vanilla, butterscotch, caramel, creme brulee, and toasted marshmallow.

You’ll like this if…

Choose this if you like fuller California Chardonnays such as Bread & Butter, Butter, Rombauer-style richer bottlings, or other oak-forward, buttery whites.

Why buy it

For WineDiscounts.com shoppers looking for a recognizable, crowd-friendly buttery Chardonnay with clear Central Coast identity and confirmed UPC match.

Best for

Salmon, roast chicken, creamy pasta, steak with a buttery sauce, or a richer white wine option for guests who do not want a crisp, lean Chardonnay.

Style

Fuller-bodied, ripe, creamy, and oak-accented California Chardonnay.

Drinks like

Buttery California Chardonnay; oaked Central Coast Chardonnay; richer New World Chardonnay.

Experience level

Easygoing and beginner-friendly, especially for drinkers who already know they enjoy buttery Chardonnay.

Flavor notes

Fruitripe stone fruitbaked lemonjuicy ripe fruitcaramel apple
Oakvanillabutterscotchcarameltoasty oak
Othercreme bruleeroasted marshmallowbutteroak oil

Pairs well with

Beef: sirloin or ribeye steak(winery pick)

Poultry: lightly seasoned chicken dishes(winery pick)

Seafood: pan-seared or grilled salmon(winery pick)

Pasta: creamy pasta with chicken or mushrooms

Vegetables: fresh salads and vegetables(winery pick)

Best occasions

buttery Chardonnay loversweeknight roast chickensalmon dinnercasual dinner partymovie night with creamy or cheesy snacks

Serving & enjoying

Serving temperature:
48-52°F
Decanting:
No decant needed; let it warm slightly in the glass if served very cold.
Glassware:
Use a standard white wine glass or a slightly wider Chardonnay glass.
Drink or cellar:
Enjoy now rather than cellaring.
After opening:
Re-cork and refrigerate; best within 2-3 days.

Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.

About this wine

A rich, oak-matured Central Coast Chardonnay from Josh Cellars' Reserve tier, with ripe stone fruit and baked-lemon notes leading into creamy flavors of creme brulee, marshmallow, butterscotch, vanilla, and caramel. A good pick for shoppers who enjoy a fuller, buttery California Chardonnay style.

Wine details

Type
white
Varietal
Chardonnay
Grapes
Chardonnay
Producer
Josh Cellars
Country
United States
Region
California
Appellation
Central Coast
Bottle size
750 Ml
ABV
13.5%

Details last verified September 25, 2026

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Winemaking details ›
Winemaker:
Wayne Donaldson
Vineyard source:
Grapes come from California's Central Coast, where Pacific coastal influence and inland warmth create balanced growing conditions for Chardonnay.
Vessel:
Oak; retailer copy states the Chardonnay is matured in oak.
About the winery · Josh Cellars ›

Josh Cellars was created by Joseph Carr in 2007 as a tribute to his father, Josh. The brand began with Cabernet Sauvignon and now includes a broader California-focused portfolio plus a Reserve collection. Josh Cellars describes its wines as balanced and crafted to exacting standards, with sourcing across California wine regions. Wayne Donaldson has led winemaking for Josh Cellars since 2009.

Critic reviews

90/100Tasting Panel

“Buttery and toasty, with a luscious core of fruit; a big, assertive wine that delivers on its promise.”

Reviewed: Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay (2021) — Not stated, Not stated · source

86/100Wine Enthusiast

“Caramel apple and butterscotch aromas lead into a viscous palate of oak oil and incense.”

Reviewed: Josh Cellars 2020 Buttery Reserve Chardonnay (2020) — Matt Kettmann, 2022-09-01 · source
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Frequently asked questions

Is Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay dry or sweet?
Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
What does Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay taste like?
Ripe Chardonnay with a creamy texture, baked lemon and stone fruit, plus dessert-like notes of vanilla, butterscotch, caramel, creme brulee, and toasted marshmallow.
What food pairs with Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay?
It pairs well with pan-seared or grilled salmon, fresh salads and vegetables, sirloin or ribeye steak, lightly seasoned chicken dishes and creamy pasta with chicken or mushrooms.
How should I serve Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay?
Serve at 48-52°F. No decant needed; let it warm slightly in the glass if served very cold. Glass: Use a standard white wine glass or a slightly wider Chardonnay glass.
Is Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay a good value?
At $16.99 it carries a verified 90-point score from Tasting Panel; the review is shown on this page.
Is there a similar wine that costs less than Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay?
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Chardonnay is a comparable Chardonnay at $11.99. See J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Chardonnay
What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Josh Cellars Reserve Buttery Chardonnay?
750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.