2017 Sonoma-Loeb Private Reserve Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

14.1% alc., pH 3.44, TA 0.67, $33. Sourced from Sangiacomo and Calesa vineyards. The emphasis is on Wente, Robert Young and Caterina clones of Chardonnay. Harvest Brix 23.7º. Partial malolactic fermentation, aged on the lees in French oak barrels, 35% new, for 8 months. · Moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. Engaging aromas of lemon, butter and friendly toasty oak. Flavors of lemon, pineapple, yellow peach and apricot keep giving as the wine opens in the glass. A riper-fruited style with judicious oak and some finishing persistence. Score: 90. Reviewed June 19, 2019

Winery: Sonoma-Loeb
From article: Recently Tasted Sonoma County Wines