This is another Chardonnay following the trend toward more acidity and less malolactic fermentation, and to great effect. Lemon, apple and nectarine fruit gets a healthy dose of spice from ten months in 38% new French oak, but it’s not at all overdone, and it complements the lively fruit in bold style. It would be a fine solo glass, or a go-to bottle for grilled halibut.
Migration, Santa Maria Valley (Santa Barbara County, California) Chardonnay 2018
By Rich Cook