Carneros Chardonnay 2022

Shining with a luminescent gold color in the glass, this Carneros Reserve bottling—uniquely enhanced with 16% Viognier—opens with highly fragrant, expressive aromas of ripe lemongrass, citrus blossom, and orange blossom, which slowly give way to complex layers of honeysuckle and candied lemon peel. The full-bodied palate is lush, juicy, and beautifully texturized, wrapping flavors of white peach, crisp red apple, nectarine, and creamy lemon curd in an elegant, French vanilla creaminess. Financed by a balanced, vibrant acidity that keeps the mouthfeel bright without becoming tart, it concludes with a long, dry, and clean finish where subtle baking spices and integrated oak serve as a pleasant backdrop to the core of fresh orchard fruit