Buena Vista North Coast Chardonnay 2020 | Ewineasia.com

This delightful Chardonnay is sourced from vineyards in Mendocino, Sonoma and Lake Counties, including vineyards in the Russian River Valley, Redwood Valley and Clear Lake – all part of California’s distinctive North Coast appellation.

After a few challenging years, 2021 was a steady year, allowing the grapes to ripen at their regular pace. While the yield was slightly lighter to average due to a variety of water conservation eorts, the 2021 vintage is showing exceptional flavors – ripe, intense, and fruit forward – with a much better balance than in past years.

Enticing stone fruit aromas greet the nose with notes of lemon peel and violet. Apricot and peach flavors continue through to the palate with toasted brioche and lemon curd. Crisp and refreshing with every sip, there is a nice salinity on the finish.