2022 Peter Michael 'La Carriere' Chardonnay, Knights Valley, USA (750ml)

TASTING NOTES:

The 2022 Chardonnay La Carrière is exotic and spicy on the nose, with aromas of pineapple, lemon curd, vanilla and graham cracker mingling with honeysuckle and coriander seed. The palate offers slowly blossoming, layered flavors defined by citrus and stony mineral character at this early stage. It’s energized by bright acidity and has a long, layered finish. It will benefit from several years in the cellar.

- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 96 pts.

The 2022 La Carriere slowly emerges from the glass with fragrant notes of honeysuckle, juicy pears, and orange blossom leading to hints of almond croissant and chalk dust. The medium to full-bodied palate is satiny and soft-spoken, with loads of savory and mineral nuances and soft acidity to match its whispery personality, finishing with great length. This was all brought in before the big heatwave.

- The Wine Independent, 96 pts.