Scheid Vineyards, Monterey (California) Chardonnay 2022

 For me, part of Chardonnay’s attraction is the stylistic variation that exists in the marketplace.  Of course that is not the case for many drinkers, who prefer their Chardonnay in a very specific style from one or two very specific producers.  So, it is good to find a version that can reach across many aisles and please everyone to some degree.  This rendition offers just that, showing apple, lemon crème, a little oak toast, a little spice, good integration and a long finish that cleans the viscous midpalate texture up nicely.  Sometimes compromise is the answer… tell your congressional representative.