Neely Estate 'Bee Block' Chardonnay 2022, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, USA

An attractive bouquet led by scents of red apple and white apricot, raw cashew nut and peach then vanilla and a gentle smoky wood quality. The use of fine lees contact adds complexity and delicacy. Dry with a very nice weight and satin-cream mouthfeel. Flavours on the palate reflect the bouquet framed by fine tannins and medium+ acid line. The oak plays a definitive role layering in a soft wood smoke and nut quality as well as some baking spice highlights. Well made, still new and developing with best drinking from late 2025 through 2030.

93 Points

Excellent

RRP from US $50.00

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