James MacPhail knows how to shepherd a wine from a great source so that it becomes a great glass that we can take pleasure in. This vintage of the Bacigalupi shows off exactly that skill set, with rich pineapple, pear and lemon crème riding a pulsing wave of acidity that keeps the flavor tumbling forward into a crisp, mouthwatering finish. It’s ready to rock your table of seafood or roasted chicken, and you can feel free to go a little spicy in the prep.
Tongue Dancer, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2018
By Rich Cook