Description
The fragrant citrus blossom bouquet opens with aromas of delicate Meyer lemon and lime zest, fresh white peach and floral honeysuckle, alongside more subtle hints of Tarte Tatin and brioche toast (a nod to the well-integrated French Oak) which fills the glass and encourages you to dive into this lively Chardonnay. The palate is refreshingly mouthwatering with nuances of lemon meringue, green apple, guava and Asian pear, while also showing a luscious texture that is rich and balanced (hinting at the delicate battonage lees stirring that occurs during the winemaking process). With well-integrated vanilla and caramel oak notes and extraordinary length and depth on the finish, this wine is round, full and bright, yet generous in style and maintains a core of freshness due to its acidity, which creates an elegant Chardonnay full of grace and complexity.
Producer
Located in the heart of the Stags’ Leap District, the original Stags’ Leap Winery continues a proud winemaking heritage in the prestigious appellation that bears its name.The winery’s history dates back to its founding in 1893 by an early California Vintner named Horace Chase. Stags’ Leap Winery was the first to be established in the Stags’ Leap District, a small appellation located in the southern half of Napa Valley, known for growing some of the finest red wine grapes in all of California.
