2017 ROAR Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay

14.3% alc., pH 3.47, TA 0.59, 107 cases, $45. Hyde, Monty and Dijon 96 clones. Aged in French oak barrels, 38% new. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Bright and clean aromas show up on the nose, including citrus, poached pear, banana and petrichor. Demure, but seductive in the mouth, featuring flavors of lemon, pear and melon and gracious oak. Crisp and sleek, exhibiting impeccable balance. Score: 93. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: ROAR
From article: Recently Tasted California Chardonnay