2020 Barrel 16 Chardonnay
Our 2020 Barrel 16 Chardonnay showcases the finest Chardonnay lots of the vintage. Intriguingly layered aromatics offer hints of apple cobbler, vanilla bean, custard and baked pear, blending bright fruit characteristics and rich, creamy complexity. Wonderfully impactful on the palate, notes of meyer lemon, sweet orange, papaya and mango are supported by hints of toasted nuts, flaky croissant and a subtle suggestion of flint on the lengthy finish. Well-integrated oak notes offer depth and structure while allowing fruit to shine through.
95 Points from Wine Advocate, July 2022
The 2020 Chardonnay Barrel 16, a selection of the best barrels of the vintage, offers wafts of vanilla bean, peaches, elderflower and honey with flinty streaks. The medium-bodied palate is silky and seamless, with layered yet delicate flavors and a long, elegant finish. What a graceful Chardonnay!