The Hilt Estate Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills 750Ml

Matt Dees, Winemaker Notes: Loquat, lime, light and lilies. ±specially perfumed vintage with melon, chamomile and lime peel. Floral, lifted and inviting. Nuance of citrus blossom and quince. Notes of hazelnut and almond emerge with time. The showstopper of the vintage for me. So much going on with this wine. Full of kinetic energy, potential for future development and most importantly... immediate pleasure. Sings out of the glass. Apricot and nectarine lead the generous and luxurious attack. The expansive fruit on the palate is balanced perfectly by classic Hilt acid lift and structural backbone. The wine remains framed and balanced. Nothing sticks out. Long finish with sea salt, honey, dried apricot, brioche and electricity. Ready to bring joy to your table. Irresistible bottle. Opened for tasting notes and finished the entire bottle.

34% new French oak, 60% neutral French oak, 6% stainless steel for 11 months

Estate Chardonnay CASES: 2,145

APPELLATION: Sta. Rita Hills

ALCOHOL: 13.0%

 92 Points Antonio Galloni Vinous June 2022 92 Points Jeb Dunnuck Jebdunnuk.com Aug. 2022