2021 Smith-Madrone Estate Chardonnay California With only about 15 grams

With only about 15 grams RS (just beyond dry)

and the answer is magnificent

twelve months in neutral French oak

sitting beachside

With notes of raspberry and cassis and a pop of acidity

2021 Smith-Madrone Estate Chardonnay California With only about 15 grams983 cases made. The 2021 Smith Madrone Estate Chardonnay is barrel fermented and aged 10 months in 50% new French oak from the estate's coolest north facing slopes at elevation, delivering Meyer lemon, nectarine, wet stone, honeysuckle, and a cardamom spice note, with a rich, creamy texture cut by vibrant, lifting acidity and a finish that goes on and on. Grown on dry farmed volcanic Spring Mountain soils in one of California's finest vintages of the