2019 Bien Nacido Chardonnay

"...offers a beguiling mix of vibrancy and the textural complexity that is such a signature of this site. There is a feeling of transparency to the 2019 that is so alluring. Chalk, white flowers, citrus and white pepper all feature in this decidedly chiseled Chardonnay." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "The 2019 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard is even better, with slightly more minerality in its crushed citrus, salted lime, flowers, and marine-influenced aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied, tight, and focused, and should open up nicely with a year in bottle." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "Chalky aromas of wet earth and lime pith show on the nose of this single-vineyard expression, Seared orange and wet gravel show on the sip, with a lemon-pith acidity leading through the crushed stone minerality." ~ Wine Enthusiast "Very fresh and sleek, with sea salt accents to the mineral and crisp green apple flavors. The powerfully structured and zesty finish shows hints of dried savory herbs. Drink now through 2025." ~ Wine Spectator