2005 Chardonnay from Lucia Highland Vineyard Vineyard in Monterey

3.5 Stars VineSugar

Golden yellow with aromas of fresh bread dough, minerals and baked apples. Initial creamy texture leads you through baked pie flavors, notes of red delicious apples, flint and stone minerals then finishes with gobs of nuances from sur lees aging: yeast, stone fruit, smoke, and a lemony citrus zest acidity. Think of this as a sparkling wine without the carbonation. Drinks like a celebration only with full mouth feel and less bubbles!