2019 La Pelle Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley Cult Wine with aromas of tangy tangerine

with aromas of tangy tangerine

tar and singed rosemary flavors in this dramatic and concentrated wine made from Biodynamic grapes

aged for 15-16 months in oak

finishing with classy new oak spices

Bright acidity balances out the lushness and the wine finishes with a myriad of tropical fruit

2019 La Pelle Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley Cult Wine with aromas of tangy tangerineThe Chardonnay is harvested from the oldest vines on property, the famous Bien Nacido Block I. The nose is vivid, notes of lemon zest, peaches, and citrus with pleasant nuance reduction. Acidic and bright mid palate weight with tiered textures. Soft velvety structure, hint of oyster shell, lemony and bright acidity. French oak rounds the palate and lingers with refreshing layers of tropical flavors. 95 points Jeb Dunnock