Calera, Mt. Harlan (San Benito County, California) Chardonnay 2018

Jul 27, 2021

By Rich Cook

 2018 is being touted as a statewide winner of a vintage in California, and wines like this offer a good argument in support.  It’s a bright mix of pineapple and peach with soft notes of vanilla and citrus zest adding opposite poles to the proceedings.  Lively acidity carries it all through a zesty finish with full integration of flavors.  Crisp and creamy is how I like Chardonnay, and this delivers the goods.         

Country / Region

San Benito County, California

Appellation

Mt. Harlan

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Color

White

Vintage

2018

Score

92

Price

US $ 55.00

Producer

Calera