This bottling celebrates Chappellet’s fifty years on Pritchard Hill, one of Napa Valley’s iconic locations, largely so known thanks to the Chappellet family’s careful stewardship of the land and dedication to quality. This is a star in the Chenin Blanc galaxy, with its floral and peach aromas leading to a palate that adds apple, stone minerality, sweet lemon and a fresh lime zest finish. Often thought of as a simpler variety, this version is anything but. Happy anniversary!
Chappellet, Napa Valley (California) Chenin Blanc 2017
By Rich Cook