2016 Sojourn Durell Vineyard Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

14.3% alc., pH 3.42, TA 0.64, 450 cases, $48. Released spring 2018. Old Wente clone from both old vines planted in the 1990s and young vines planted in 2009. Whole cluster pressed, native yeast fermented, and aged in French oak barrels, 40% new.75% malolactic fermentation. Bottled unfined. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Scents of citrus fruits, warm nuts and brioche. Sleek and slightly oily on the palate with well-defined flavors of lemon, pineapple, and grapefruit with oak in the background. Energetic, with good vitality and a mouthwatering finish. Score: 92. Reviewed August 24, 2018

Winery: Sojourn Cellars
From article: Recently Tasted California Chardonnay