Robert Mondavi Private Selection Chardonnay 2024

Winery Background and History

Robert Mondavi Winery, founded in 1966 in Napa Valley, revolutionized American winemaking by pioneering varietal labeling and modern cellar techniques. In 1994, it introduced the Private Selection line to bring reliable, approachable Californian wines to a broader audience. As of 2024, the brand has been revitalized as Vint by Robert Mondavi Private Selection, continuing a legacy of accessible quality alongside renewed emphasis on Central Coast sourcing and varietal clarity  .

Producer and Wine Maker

This chardonnay is produced under the Vint (formerly Private Selection) label by the Robert Mondavi family’s winemaking team, maintaining consistency with past iterations while aligning with modern stylistic preferences and Central Coast vineyard sourcing  .

Vineyards and Micro Climate

While the brand generally sources grapes from California’s Central Coast—benefiting from coastal breezes and diurnal shifts—specific vineyard sites and microclimates for the 2024 vintage are not detailed publicly  .

Vinification & Aging Methods

No explicit information available for 2024. Previous versions of Private Selection Chardonnay involved fermentation in stainless steel and large wooden vessels, with some examples undergoing full malolactic fermentation to enhance creaminess and body  .

Tasting Notes

Though there is no 2024-specific tasting profile available, earlier iterations of Private Selection Chardonnay were golden-hued and expressive of acacia, mango, peach, caramel, vanilla, jasmine, lime blossom, with a dense, smooth palate and long finish  .

Food & Wine Pairing

Past guidance suggests pairing this Chardonnay with seafood (e.g., cod, trout), white-sauce pasta, poultry, shellfish, and dishes featuring citrus or creamy sauces  .

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve chilled at approximately 8–10 °C to highlight its aromatics and freshness  .

Storage and Aging Potential

As an approachable varietal wine, it is intended for near- to mid-term enjoyment. Typical drinking window is within 1–3 years, though specifics for 2024 are not yet available.

Grape Varietals & Percentage Used

Primarily Chardonnay. Some past bottlings may include small proportions of Muscat d’Alexandrie and Malvasia Bianca, though not confirmed for 2024  .

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

Approximately 13 % ABV  .