balanced tannins with structure to age gracefully over the next 10 to 13 years
light pepper palate with medium-plus acidity
while the palate is linear and bright
fine mineralité and tension
with a hint of grip from the time spent on the skins
2023 Platt Vineyard Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, USA Quinta do Romeu balanced tannins with structure toThe Estate Chardonnay is a barrel selection from across the Platt vineyard and shows the fresher side of the two inaugural Chardonnays. It opens with a hint of reduction that quickly gives way to vibrant aromas of citrus peel, lemon verbena, ripe starfruit, and soft white flowers. Fermented and aged on its lees in 35% new French oak, with just enough stirring to lend a subtle, silky texture, it stays bright, focused, and mineral driven. Decanter