Apex Cellars was launched in 1988 with the joining of wine retailer and distributor Harry Alhadeff and winemaker Brian Carter.  The blending of Harry’s knowledge and experience in the wine business and Brian’s ability to combine the science and art of winemaking has allowed Apex Cellars to consistently produce  high quality wines.  Apex Cellars produces three brands of wines, Apex, Apex II and Bridgman.  The Apex brand represents their reserve-caliber wines.

Quality

Using our 20-point quality scale this 2007 Chardonnay scored quite well.

Sourced from Columbia Valley, this Chardonnay represents the hard work and excellent winemaking skills from Apex Cellars.  The 100% barrel fermentation, “sur-lie” aging in those same barrels, and 100% malolactic fermentation comes through when you taste this Chardonnay.  After popping the cork and pouring myself a glass I was met with a nice floral aroma and a bright yellow color.  The first sip revealed flavors of apple, pear and vanilla.  The wine was well balanced and had a nice long smooth finish that I enjoy very much.

This Chardonnay was an excellent complement to a meal of Shrimp Limone with pasta.  The fruit and vanilla flavors worked well with the shrimp’s sweetness and the subtle acidity helped cut the richness of the cream-based sauce.

Value

The value score provides a basic indicator of how good a value the wine is based upon its suggested retail price. The average price for the 2007 Apex Cellars Chardonnay is approximately $18.00.  I find this wine to be appropriately priced for its quality, thus earning it a value score of 100.

Final Score – 16:100

The 2007 Apex Chardonnay is another high quality wine from the folks of Apex Cellars.  I recommend you find a bottle or two.  You won’t be disappointed. Cheers!

]]> http://thewinecenturyclub.com/2010/01/21/apex-cellars-2007-chardonnay/feed/ 0