Country: U.S.A.

Region: Napa Valley

Vintage: 2017

Cépage: Chardonnay (100%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 94+ (RP); 93 (JD)

"The 2017 Chardonnay Grower Collection El Novillero has a lovely nose of white apricot and peach with apple pie, honey toast, toasted hazelnut, wet stone and creamy lemon. Medium-bodied, it packs a punch of flavor in the mouth with great layers of ripe fruits, savory/toasty notes and creamy citrus plus suggestions of white blossoms, with refreshing acidity to lift the long, long flavorful finish. This is all class. 675 cases produced."

Erin Brooks (RP) - 04/19