2021 Morgan Winery Double L Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands, USA (750ml)

WINEMAKER'S NOTES:

The grapes were picked when the flavor and acid balance was optimal, then hand-sorted and gently pressed to yield the highest quality juice. The juice was fermented in 35% new French oak. Full malolactic and lees stirring were conducted to obtain a medium plus body, balanced by fresh acidity. Notes of lemon blossom, caramel, and baking spices are echoed on the palate by lemon curd, salted toffee, and toasted coconut. One of the finest food wines, the Double L Chardonnay will pair wonderfully with seafood and poultry dishes, as well as a buttery steak.

TASTING NOTES:

Blanched almond, lemon zest and warm buttercream aromas invite the nose into this bottling. The palate is pithy in texture and flavor, as flavors of lemon glaze and nectarine meet with almond and ripe pear.

- Wine Enthusiast, 91 pts.