This wine created its own stylistic niche some years ago, and it has remained true ever since, much to the delight of its fans. It is bold, rich, spicy, tropical and generously spiced, and it manages to be all that and find a balance point that many wine drinkers will appreciate. It may not be my personal cup of tea, but it is certainly worthy of this score. A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.
J. Lohr, Arroyo Seco (Monterey County, California) Chardonnay 2018
By Rich Cook