www.montereycountynow.com NOVEMBER 6-12, 2025 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 39 CHILL The last time most winemakers poured a 2008 Chardonnay was 2009, or thereabout. Bill Brosseau’s approach is different. “I’m not in a rush,” he explains. “The wines open up in years five and six.” All well and good, but the 2008 Brosseau Chardonnay is going on 18. And yet there is a mature calm to the wine, which is part of his library collection. Although it was tempered in French oak for a year before bottling, there is no trace of buttery vanilla—and keep in mind this was produced in an era when California winemakers flaunted ostentatious Chardonnays. But Brosseau follows a different mantra. “I can never let oak be dominant,” he says. “I want oak to be background music.” The wine is comfortable with its age, offering aromas of caramelized pineapple, apple pie and warm hazelnut—sedentary sensations that gain a more youthful spirit on the palate. The fruits are bright, with a hop in their step. Yet the crisp apple and pineapple are in no hurry, instead mingling as notes of pomace and toasting bread drift in. The flavors linger, with a candied heft. Library wines are references. “It was a good year—good acidity,” Brosseau recalls. As his 2008 Chardonnay proves, it’s a plus to have one in your collection, if there are a few bottles left. Fortunately, Brosseau has other wines available at his new Marina tasting room. Brosseau Wine Studio, 3344 Paul Davis Drive, Marina. By appointment. brosseauwines.com. Book It Yes, whites can age well. Just dust off a Brosseau library wine for proof. By Dave Faries SEND IDEAS TO: chill@montereycountynow.com DAVE FARIES The Oven Pizzeria is here to help! Whether it’s a corporate event, family gathering, or a graduation party, we’ve got the perfect pizzas to please everyone. Choose from our classic East Coast thin crust or signature West Coast sourdough for that unique slice. Let us handle the meal, so you can enjoy the time. Craving Pizza? Catering made easy visit www.TheOvenOnBroadway.com for our menu Call us at 831-899-1762 to order! 622 LIGHTHOUSE AVE. MONTEREY. @HULASTIKI • (831) 655-HULA (4852) the original FRESH. LOCAL. TASTY. Fisherman’s Wharf FRESHEST SEAFOOD with PANORAMIC VIEWS Open Daily at 11:30am • At the end of Fisherman’s Wharf #1 www.rockfishmonterey.com • 831.324.4375 ♦ 3 Card Poker ♠ Century 21st No Bust Black Jack ♣ Texas Hold’em ♥ FULL BAR! BLACKJACK BONUS POINTS PAYS UP TO $20,000 SMALL TOWN BIG PAYOUTS! 1-800-Gambler • GEAR-000383, GEAR-000376, GEAR-000375 The Marina Club Casino ensures the safety and security of all guests and team members at all times, while providing exceptional service. 204 Carmel Ave. Marina 831-384-0925 casinomonterey.com ♠ ♣ ♥ ♦ Just minutes from Downtown Monterey Where Monterey Comes To Play
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