2023 GoGi Wines Goldie Chardonnay | John Sebastiano Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills Santa Barbara County California 750ml

The harvest of grapes is chosen upon sensory evaluation. When there is harmony of flavor, texture, color and mouth feel we hand pick the grapes and sort them in the vineyard. A traditional Burgundian technique of lees stirring and barrel aging allows the wine to develop richness and elegance. After cold settling in tank, only native yeast was used during primary fermentation and native malolactic fermentation occurred in barrel. No fining or filtering occurred. Stunningly beautiful with an integrated twist of citrus, white flowers and a touch of tropical notes. Thoughtful oak undertones balanced with chalky minerality give way to a creamy layered and full finish. | GoGi Wines

This is generous, showing a fleshy mix of apricot, white peach and nectarine flavors complemented by caramelized pineapple and candied lemon, with bright acidity, plus details of tarragon, lemon mint and wild fennel pollen. Notes of honeycomb and vanilla cream linger on the finish. Drink now through 2036. | 93 points, Wine Spectator