Product Overview
94 Points – Vinous“The 2021 Chardonnay Estate Bien Nacido Vineyard is gorgeous. Bright and focused, the 2021 captures all the energy that makes wines from this site so compelling. Lemon confit, white flowers, crushed rocks, mint and white pepper lend striking brilliance to this chiseled, captivating Chardonnay. Clean mineral notes extend the finish effortlessly.” -AG, Jul/2023
93 Points – Wine Spectator“Fresh and full of precision, with crisp and mouthwatering flavors of grilled pineapple, lemon and fresh Fuji apple at the core. Offers a savory thread of sea salt and green tea, while a lime zest note adds wonderful complexity and length on the vibrant finish. Drink now. 509 cases made.” -MW, 7/31/24
91 Points – Wine Advocate“The 2021 Chardonnay Estate comes from ungrafted vines planted in 1973. It was barrel fermented and matured in about 40% new French oak, finishing with four months in stainless steel. It has ripe aromas of baked apples, peach, beeswax, roasted almonds and dried hay. Medium-bodied, the palate is tangier than expected, its savory fruit slightly less ripe than on the nose. It has a gently grippy texture and will be ideal at the table.” -EB, 12/29/23
