Chanin Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, USA 2021 Les Pagodes de Cos fresh-squeezed citrus and stone-fruit nose

fresh-squeezed citrus and stone-fruit nose

Edges of hop bitterness set a lovely accent

Aged in 80% new American oak and 20% new French

pressed violets

with a crispy sourness and persistent aftertaste

Chanin Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, USA 2021 Les Pagodes de Cos fresh-squeezed citrus and stone-fruit noseComing from a great, great vineyard just outside of Santa Maria, the 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard reveals a medium gold hue as well as brilliant aromatics of ripe pears, honeyed flowers, chalky minerality, and toasted nuts. With medium bodied richness, its oak is beautifully integrated, and it has good acidity as well as a great finish. Another brilliant Chardonnay from Chanin, this will stand toe to toe with the best out there. 96 Pts Wine