prekinpdx

After a recent visit to Napa, I discovered that I don't dislike all Chardonnays. I learned about malolactic conversion while there and discovered that without that buttery/oak taste I liked the wine much better. Trouble is, I can't seem to find this on any labels. If it says 'no oak' does that mean it likely also hasn't had the conversion? Does one just have to know which have or have not undergone the conversion? Is it a fact that in the older, traditional sense, Chardonnay did not undergo this process? Thanks for any help!

Lady J

I think Chardonnays can be made in oak casks or steel casks. Just because a Chardonnay is made in a steel cask doesn't mean that it will taste better than an oaked Char. Below are a couple of articles that can help you decide what you like about Chardonnays and they may give you some suggestions.

hahunter88

Would assume that "no oak" means just that. With the bottling info on the label it has to meet accurate criteria from the FDA. However - if still not satisfied call or email the manufacturer for an accurate answer - Good Luck.......