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La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay
La Crema · California, Sonoma County · United States
$20.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. If you want to spend less, Black Stallion Estate Winery Chardonnay is $14.99.
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
Lemon and pear up front, then apple, peach and pineapple with a light creamy pastry note and refreshing acidity.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like Sonoma Coast or Russian River-style Chardonnay that has some oak richness but still feels bright.
Why buy it
It is a reliable, widely recognized Sonoma Coast Chardonnay with producer-backed tasting notes and recent professional reviews for the exact bottling.
Best for
Seafood in butter sauce, roast chicken, creamy risotto, and shoppers who want a polished California Chardonnay without going into heavy-butter territory.
Style
Rich, medium-full California Chardonnay with bright citrus-orchard fruit, subtle oak and a balanced finish.
Drinks like
Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Chardonnay, cool-climate California Chardonnay with moderate oak.
Experience level
Approachable for casual Chardonnay drinkers, with enough acidity and oak integration for more experienced shoppers.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
cracked crab, lobster, shrimp or scallops in buttery sauce · simple roast chicken · butternut squash risotto · key lime pie
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 48-52°F
- Decanting:
- No decant needed; let it warm slightly in the glass for more texture.
- Glassware:
- Medium to large white wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Current-release Chardonnay intended for near-term enjoyment; drink now through about 3 years from release.
- 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 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay in La Crema's vibrant, rich and balanced style, with Meyer lemon, pear, crisp apple, golden peach, pineapple and a subtle touch of oak. Juicy acidity keeps the creamy, graham-cracker-pastry richness fresh through the finish.
Wine details
- Type
- white
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Grapes
- 100% Chardonnay
- Producer
- La Crema
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California, Sonoma County
- Appellation
- Sonoma Coast
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 13.5%
Details last verified September 25, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Craig McAllister
- Vineyard source:
- The 2022 technical sheet states Sonoma Coast fruit; prior La Crema sheets reference Sonoma Coast estate vineyard sources, but current-release vineyard sourcing was not stated on the product page.
- Vessel:
- The 2022 technical sheet states the fruit was gently pressed, settled for 24 hours, then racked to barrel for fermentation.
About the winery · La Crema ›
La Crema was established in 1979 with a focus on cool-climate regions across California and Oregon. The winery is based in Sonoma County and emphasizes coastal vineyard sites, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. La Crema is part of the Jackson family wine portfolio and describes itself as family-owned, with a focus on craftsmanship, sustainability and cool-climate expression.
Critic reviews
90/100Wine Enthusiast
“Aromas of roasted pear, cinnamon and buttery pastry highlight the nose.”
89/100Wine Enthusiast
“Aromas of fresh citrus, white peach, and Gala apple dominate the nose.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay dry or sweet?
- La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
- What does La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay taste like?
- Lemon and pear up front, then apple, peach and pineapple with a light creamy pastry note and refreshing acidity.
- What food pairs with La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay?
- It pairs well with cracked crab, lobster, shrimp or scallops in buttery sauce, simple roast chicken, butternut squash risotto and Key lime pie.
- How should I serve La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay?
- Serve at 48-52°F. No decant needed; let it warm slightly in the glass for more texture. Glass: Medium to large white wine glass.
- Is La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay a good value?
- At $20.99 it carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay?
- Black Stallion Estate Winery Chardonnay is a comparable Chardonnay at $14.99. See Black Stallion Estate Winery Chardonnay
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of La Crema Sonoma Chardonnay?
- 750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.