
2017 Bien Nacido Chardonnay
Description
"...distinguished in this range by its creamy, enveloping personality. Dried flowers, mint, lemon confit, ripe pear, hazelnut and spice are some of the many notes that infuse this open-knit, expressive Chardonnay. All the elements meld together effortlessly in a delicious, inviting Chardonnay to savor over the next few years." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous
"Sandalwood, sea salt, singed lemon and creamy poached pome fruits show on the nose of this bottling. There is a great sizzle of acidity to the sip, where flavors of lemon juice and kumquat are framed in a chalky tension." ~ Wine Enthusiast
"Layers of rich apple pastry and pear tart flavors are matched to luscious tropical fruit accents in this open-textured style. Offers a plush, spicy finish. Drink now through 2024." ~ Wine Spectator
"Restrained on the nose, the 2017 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard slowly reveals acacia, toast, lemon pith, white peach and red apple scents. Medium to full-bodied, it offers good intensity of honeyed/savory fruits and tangy acidity to carry the citrus-laced finish." ~ Wine Advocate