2014 Talley "Oliver's Vineyard" Edna Valley Chardonnay This is the first release

This is the first release of a new sister brand to Elk Cove

ending a bit pithy

pointed white that shows the more mineral side of this native white grape

supple frame and juicy accents

dense fruit and fine tannins

2014 Talley "Oliver's Vineyard" Edna Valley Chardonnay This is the first releaseAnother terrific white is the 2014 Chardonnay Oliver's Vineyard, which is located in the Edna Valley and was planted in 1991 (it's named after Talley Farms founder Oliver Talley). Barrel fermented and aged 15 months in 16% new French oak, it's a richer, mineral laced effort that offers lots of buttered orchard fruits, caramelized citrus and brioche to go with a textured, layered style on the palate that still has impressive purity, tension and