This is a lovely expression of the Old Wente Chardonnay clone that tips its hat to Burgundy while remaining solidly of its own place. Notes of toast and nuts complement white peach and lemon lime fruit, finishing with pop and elegance. There’s structure here for aging – get a few bottles, open one now and enjoy some in the future.
Cuvaison, Napa Valley, Los Carneros (California) Chardonnay 2018
By Rich Cook