2017 Morgan Tondre Grapefield Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay

14.1% alc., pH 3.17, TA 0.79, 96 cases, $44. Clone 548. Vineyard originally planted in 1997 and farmed by veteran grower Joe Alarid. Whole cluster presserd, barrel fermented with Montrachet yeast, 96% malolactic conversion, aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. · Moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. Enchanting aromas of lemon curd and pineapple. Welcome richness of citrus and yellow apple flavor, yet crisp, crunchy and fresh. Admirable barrel management with some echos of citrus on the pleasing finish. Score: 93. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: Morgan Winery
From article: Recently Tasted California Chardonnay