2022 | Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Chardonnay | Rutherford Coteaux Champenois Hot crushed stones and dark

Hot crushed stones and dark berries jump out of the glass

where the flavors linger long

I especially admire its energy and overall brilliance

dry phenolic grip and reductive tension of preceding warm vintages like 2009

with a velvety texture and a long

2022 | Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Chardonnay | Rutherford Coteaux Champenois Hot crushed stones and darkShows plenty of verve and energy, with vibrant and juicy lemon curd, yuzu and tangerine flavors that leap out of the glass. Grace notes of nutmeg, crunchy sea salt, lemon cream, kumquat and lemon basil linger on the finish, where the flavors gain extra momentum. 94 Pts Wine Spectator