(22) Beringer Chenin Blanc 2013

This white comes from the Beringer vineyards in California's Napa Valley. So, Beringer manages the whole process from grape harvesting to fermenting. Less fortunate wineries have to rely on grape deliveries or wine distribution from outside sources. But the West coast has it pretty good.

Chenin blanc is a white grape variety from the well known Loire Valley in France, but made the jump to New World wines. It's also the name of the punk rock band I'm gonna run out of my garage in 10 years.

Smell: melon-y, like tasting a mixed fruit cup. not terrible.

Taste: citrus, but to the point where it overwhelms. It's almost like someone poured too much OJ in this. It ends with spicy ginger, which doesn't help.

Verdict: 2/5