US$ 38.00
maybe not as imposingly powerful as Guiraud can be
Tightly knit
it has beautifully plush tannins and fantastic freshness
Express character
A condensed and dark spiraling mid-palate shows layers of minerality and complexity
2023 | Arnot-Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay | Napa Valley Soave Blend maybe not as imposingly powerfulA delightfully fresh and mineral Chardonnay that pushes back against any Napa Valley caricatures of this variety. This clone 4 bottling comes from the southernmost part of Napa Valley at Watson Ranch Vineyard, overlooking San Pablo Bay, and was planted in 1993. Aromatics of dried chamomile and alpine meadow herbs leap forth alongside wafts of ocean air. The palate offers a saline throughline with sleek minerality, bright salted lemon wedge and