2014 J. Lohr October Night Arroyo Seco Monterey Chardonnay

14.22% alc., pH 3.47, TA 0.66, RS .34 g/100 ml, 1,500 cases, $25. 100% estate grapes, 100% barrel fermented, 100% malolactic fermentation, and aged on the lees for 10 months in Francois Frères French oak barrels, 50% new. Largely Dijon 809 (Musqué) clone, with lesser amounts of Dijon 95 and 96 and a small amount of Hyde Wente selection. Harvest Brix 26.4º. · Moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. Aromas of citrus oil, white flower and butter dissipate a bit over time in the glass. Richly flavored, featuring lemon, Golden Delicious apple, and pear with slight accents of oak-driven vanilla, honey and hazelnut. Slightly creamy in the mouth with an uplifting lemony finish. A nicely crafted, bolder California style of Chardonnay representing excellent value. Score: 89. Reviewed August 17, 2016

Winery: J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
From article: Recently Tasted Notable California Chardonnays