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Sanford Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay 2022 750ml 90WA
The 2022 bursts from the glass with grilled lemons, dried flowers, and chamomile.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Tasting Panel 93 Points | Whole cluster-pressed and fermented in French oak, this impeccably balanced wine delivers indulgent notes of lemon bar, honeyed pear, lychee, and gardenia with reined-in richness.
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Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Tasting Panel 93 Points | Whole cluster-pressed and fermented in French oak, this impeccably balanced wine delivers indulgent notes of lemon bar, honeyed pear, lychee, and gardenia with reined-in richness.
The Wine Advocate 90 Points | The 2022 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills is a solid snapshot of Sanford's modern winemaking pure, precise and balanced. The nose is driven by pretty, straightforward orchard fruit and breakfast cereal aromas, leading to a balanced, clean palate and a refreshing finish with accents of creamy richness.
Winemaker Description
The 2022 bursts from the glass with grilled lemons, dried flowers, and chamomile. The very seductive aromaas inform the palate which is silky, intensity mineral, and wonderfully fresh.
A natrual pairing for lighter fare, appetizers, shellfish and shushi, this wine is open, charming and delicious. Winery notes
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Wine Information:
Country: United States
Region: California
Sub-Region:
Appellation: Santa Rita Hills
Variety: Chardonnay
Type: Whites
Size: 750ml
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The 2022 bursts from the glass with grilled lemons, dried flowers, and chamomile. The very seductive aromaas inform the palate which is silky, intensity mineral, and wonderfully fresh.
A natrual pairing for lighter fare, appetizers, shellfish and shushi, this wine is open, charming and delicious. Winery notes
(Vintage 2021) 92 Pts Wine Spectator: Rich and succulent, with perfectly ripe peach, nectarine and melon notes, this features a clean thread of acidity alongside details of orange blossoms, honeysuckle and crushed rock minerality. Shows nutty and spicy hints on the finish. Drink now. 3,371 cases made.
(Vintage 2021) Pts Jeb Dunnuck: The appellation 2021 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills reveals a medium gold hue as well as a layered, medium-bodied profile carrying quality citrus, tangerine, and honeyed flower aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, round, nicely balanced, and supple, with a charming style that's a joy to drink.