| Producer | Peake Ranch |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Santa Barbara |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 16241 |
| Size | 750ml |
Straight-up gorgeous notes of ripe peach, caramelized apple, flower oil, brioche, and spice all emerge from the 2020 Chardonnay Santa Barbara County, a brilliantly textured, medium to full-bodied Chardonnay with terrific balance as well as length. It reminds me of some of the great Chardonnays coming out of the Russian River Valley with its opulence and richness
The 2020 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County) is a fabulous appellation-level wine. Rich and beautifully textured, the 2020 impresses with its creaminess, depth and texture. Orchard fruit, lime, chamomile, dried flowers and ginger lend notable complexity throughout. Floral and mineral accents linger on the close. This is the most overt of the three Chardonnays in the range.
Chalk and lemon confit aromas make for a tight focus yet warmer touch on the nose of this bottling. Plush nectarine, pineapple and sea salt flavors are cut by a lemon-peel element on the palate.
Packs generous, appealing lemon sherbet, mango and apricot flavors, with details of nutmeg, litsea oil and honeysuckle. Gains momentum and intensity on the crisp finish. Drink now.
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