This relatively new producer makes several different Chardonnay bottlings, and this “Premier” offering hits all my markers – crisp, creamy, apple, pear, lemon, minimal oak use, and I would guess only partial malolactic fermentation. I could be wrong on that last point as the vintage has fooled me a few times with its riveting acidity. Right or wrong on that point, I am confident that I’m correct that the wine is delicious. Well done!
JL Wood, Arroyo Seco (Monterey County, California) Chardonnay 2021
By Rich Cook