Country: U.S.A.

Region: Sonoma Coast

Vintage: 2021

Cépage: Chardonnay (100%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 97 (RP); 95 (JS)

" The 2021 Chardonnay George Menini Estate, matured for nine months in 27% new oak, is notably perfumed and energetic. The nose segues from iodine and saline to tones of panna cotta, lilac and yuzu, and the palate is stunning with its pairing of highly concentrated, layered flavors and fireworks of fresh acidity. It has a touch of anchoring textural grip, shimmery mineral character and a very long, expressive finish. It will be very long-lived in bottle."

Erin Brooks (RP) - 10/23