When my initial notes on a flight of wines contain words on a particular bottle like “rather oak dominant, reduced, needs some time to show itself, but should” I often let the wine sit (half empty or so) for a day and check it again. This exercise can confirm the “but should” part of the equation, as it did with this gorgeous, full-tilt Chardonnay. The overnight airing showed a rich wine that tips its cap to Burgundian style while maintaining California character. Age a good while sealed or several hours open for full enjoyment.
MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, South Coast (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2021
By Rich Cook