A wine long known for its age-worthy structure, the 2017 Sonoma-Cutrer “Les Pierres” does not disappoint. A nod to Burgundy is evident here, with a focus on minerality, tightly wound pear, apple and well folded oak spice that are just starting to show what the future holds. That said, there’s enough California character to win over those who prefer a more forward style by showing what real depth can do. Stellar Chardonnay! A Platinum Award Winner at the 2020 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.
Sonoma-Cutrer, Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California) Chardonnay 2017
By Rich Cook