Off the bat this wine shows quiet elegance, a slow unfurling of white peach and ripe pear, followed by the lift of citrus zest, like lemon oil rubbed between fingertips. Just beneath that brightness lies something deeper: a soft touch of vanilla, warm butter melting on fresh bread, and a whisper of white pepper carried on a cool southern breeze. This premium new world Chardonnay stands up to our old world favoutires.

On the palate, the wine is generous, but never showy. It arrives full-bodied, textured like silk brushed over stone, its richness framed by a quiet acidity that keeps every curve in balance. Ripe peach and citrus peel unfold slowly, grounded by a subtle, flinty minerality – like the soil itself is speaking. There’s a hint of cream and toasted hazelnut, a gift from the oak.