2017 ROAR Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay

14.5% alc., pH 3.54, TA 0.61, 175 cases, $45. Hyde and Monty clones. Aged in French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Subtle lemon and flint aromas with oak-driven toast and char that integrates with swirling. Flashy and delicious on the palate, featuring ripe flavors of lemon, pear and particularly pineapple with a modicum of oak in the background. Slick in texture with welcome spice, and some length on the slightly flinty finish. Score: 92. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: ROAR
From article: Recently Tasted California Chardonnay