Buoyant, Santa Lucia Highlands (Monterey County, California) Chardonnay 2018

Jun 2, 2020

By Robert Whitley

 This newcomer on the scene (at least for me) demonstrates once again the beauty, richness and complexity of Chardonnay from Monterey County’s cool Santa Lucia Highlands district.  Showing impressive weight on the palate without sacrificing elegance, it walks that fine line between just enough power, or too much.  Aromas of lemon crème, baked apple and pie spice dominate.  A Platinum Award Winner at the 2020 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.  

Country / Region

Monterey County, California

Appellation

Santa Lucia Highlands

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Color

White

Vintage

2018

Score

94

Price

US $ 30.00

Producer

Buoyant