2021 | Arista Banfield Vineyard Chardonnay | Russian River Criolla Grande good tannins and good fruit

good tannins and good fruit

so it starts as a Fino and finishes aging like an Oloroso and has a combination of both characters

It's often described as fresh

the 2022 tapers off potent and long with a tug of fine tannins and autumnal spices

this zesty

2021 | Arista Banfield Vineyard Chardonnay | Russian River Criolla Grande good tannins and good fruitThe brightness and fresh herbs, such as parsley and lemongrass, come out nicely. Some flint. Its full bodied with a lovely density. It has plenty of ripe green apple, lemon lime and brioche flavors. So pure and beautiful. From 50 year old Wente clones. Very delicious now but will age beautifully. 97 Pts James Suckling