2012 Talbott Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Estate Grown Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay

14.3% alc., pH 3.32, TA 0.68, $42, screwcap. Vinfied almost entirely with old Wente clone fruit planted in 1972. Sleepy Hollow is situated on 585 acres of benchland in the Santa Lucia Highlands, 13 miles south of Monterey. Whole cluster pressed, inoculated with cultured yeast in barrel, 100% barrel fermented, aged 10 months sur lie in 30% new French oak. · Moderate golden yellow color and clear in the glass. Fruit aromas of lemon and nectarine are layered with scents of earth and salinity. Very crisp and bright with a lean citrus charge, a touch of pear and white peach, and a tight lemon-driven finish. A sophisticated offering reminiscent of fine white Burgundy displaying a mineral-infused character. A superb food wine. Score: 92. Reviewed July 19, 2014

Winery: Talbott Vineyards
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay & Outliers