2013 Ryan Cochrane Solomon Hills Vineyard Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay

14.0% alc., 125 cases, $34. Wente clone 4. Native yeast fermentation, 100% malolactic fermentation. Barrel fermented and aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. The nose is very charming, with pleasing aromas of lemon peel, brioche and vanilla pastry creme. Flavors of lemon, Asian pear, white peach and subtle vanilla are accented with a saline minerality. Nicely balanced with adept integration of oak, and thirst-quenching acidity on a finish that has some persistence. Score: 92. Reviewed May 25, 2015

Winery: Ryan Cochrane Wines
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