J. Lohr - Riverstone - Chardonnay 2021

Overview: The 2020 growing season was characterized by a cool spring in the Arroyo Seco. Cool, foggy mornings and evenings, with summer daytime highs in the 80s, provided optimum weather for ripening Chardonnay. The moderate temperatures and characteristic afternoon winds provided slow ripening, resulting in extra time on the vine needed to optimize flavors and textures. Tasting Notes: The 2020 Riverstone Chardonnay exhibits youthful hues of light straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of ripe orange, peach, cocoa, and baking spices. The rich texture and balance on the palate from barrel aging sur lie offers flavors of ripe pear, apricot, citrus cream, hazelnut, and a hint of oak on the long finish. Pairing: This versatile wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif with Gouda or aged goat cheese, or to accompany an entrée, such as a spring vegetable risotto, mussels in white wine sauce, bacon-wrapped scallops, or roasted pork with apples. Points: 93, Somm Journal Format / ABV: 750 ml/14.0%