Tyler La Rinconada Vineyard Chardonnay, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2021 Chateau La Croix du Casse in whose corset mostly stone

in whose corset mostly stone fruit and citrus aromas set the tone

Clear wine of intense red color with full and delicate bouquet

though it will benefit from several years in bottle

This is taken from a specific plot planted 19 years ago and selected by consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet of Petrus fame

green-pear and crushed-stone notes

Tyler La Rinconada Vineyard Chardonnay, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2021 Chateau La Croix du Casse in whose corset mostly stoneThe 2021 Chardonnay La Rinconada Vineyard blossoms dramatically as it spends time in the glass, opening with saline and crme frache before blossoming to apricot, roasted almonds and honey. The medium bodied palate combines expansive, honeyed flavors with a vibrant spine of acidity and a singular, chalky texture. It has complex flinty undertones and a long, nutty finish. 95 Pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate