Bold on the nose and displaying a pronounced yellow color, this is no wallflower Chardonnay. The nose opens with an overt, toasty oak character that competes robustly with the apples, pears and nectarines on the palate. Generous in body, with a touch of glycerol and some evident heat on the palate, this wine is full-throttle in palate feel. Strong notes of pastry and nougat lead on the medium finish. The medium acidity could use a touch more oomph to balance with this wine’s considerable weight. Drink now–2025.

— Published (1/27/2022)