Bien Nacido, Chardonnay Vintage:2021 most years I just end

most years I just end up buying the bottles that I review

” so to speak

Although not likely to be a long-term ager by Giacosa standards

huge Chianti Classico

Bien Nacido, Chardonnay Vintage:2021 most years I just endThe 2021 Chardonnay Estate comes from ungrafted vines planted in 1973. It was barrel fermented and matured in about 40% new French oak, finishing with four months in stainless steel. It has ripe aromas of baked apples, peach, beeswax, roasted almonds and dried hay. Medium bodied, the palate is tangier than expected, its savory fruit slightly less ripe than on the nose. It has a gently grippy texture and will be ideal at the table.