Product Overview
Winery's Notes
"The aroma and palate profiles mirror each other with a delicate and svelte balance with tropical fruits of pineapple, underripe mango, and green papaya salad with a touch of tart green apple. The flavors continue with a precise minerality and very balanced oak. Lemon curd and pastry filling round out the finish. Long sur lie aging means this wine will hit its peak in 5 to 10 years."
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Santa Maria Valley AVA
Vineyard Designation: Solomon Hills Vineyard
Aging: 16 months in French oak, 45% new
Winemaker: Anthony Avila
96 Points - Wine Enthusiast
"This is typically a mineral-driven style of Chardonnay, and this vintage is no exception. Aromas of crushed limestone, lemon glaze, lime leaf and shiso are fascinating on the nose. A stunning chalky grip surrounds the palate, where an almost sparkling energy zips through lemon peel, grapefruit and light nectarine flavors, with a warmer saltine cracker finish." -MK, 3/1/2022