Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay: A Sommelier's Take

Picked and noted by Michael Bottigliero, co-founder & lead sommelier, Bottles Nation

Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay is a medium-bodied dry white wine made from Chardonnay, in USA, by Adelsheim. Sommelier Michael Bottigliero has poured it at Bottles Nation tasting events. It tastes of Pear, lemon curd, white flowers, subtle oak and pairs well with Salmon, roast chicken and soft cheeses.

Michael's take

“Crisp Oregon orchard fruit, zero butter buildup.”

Tasting profile

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
USA
Producer
Adelsheim
Body
medium-bodied
Acidity
High
Tannin
Low
Sweetness
Dry
Oak
Light oak
Price
$$$ · $25–50

What to eat with Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay

  • Salmon
  • roast chicken
  • soft cheeses
  • pork

When to open it

  • Dinner party
  • date night
  • versatile crowd-pleaser

Where to buy Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay

Sommelier on Demand doesn't sell wine and isn't tied to any store.

Questions people ask

What does Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay taste like?

Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay is a medium-bodied dry white wine with notes of Pear, lemon curd, white flowers, subtle oak. Acidity is high, tannin is low and oak is light. Michael's note: Crisp Oregon orchard fruit, zero butter buildup.

What food goes with Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay?

Michael pairs Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay with Salmon, roast chicken, soft cheeses and pork. It works best for Dinner party, date night and versatile crowd-pleaser.

How much does Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay cost?

Adelsheim Staking Claim Chardonnay falls in Michael's $$$ · $25–50 tier. It's a widely available bottle you can find at ordinary wine shops; use the Wine-Searcher link on this page to see which stores near you carry it.

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