Chanin, Bien Nacido Chardonnay other_regions earthy and somewhat rustic flavors

earthy and somewhat rustic flavors that pack plenty of punch and admirable concentration

(from a 50/50 blend of Les Houillères and Champ Derrière)

earth and a vaguely sauvage nuance

with superripe flavors of cherry liqueur

A more deeply pitched nose offers up layered aromas of poached plum

Chanin, Bien Nacido Chardonnay other_regions earthy and somewhat rustic flavorsThe 2018 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard is fabulous. Bright, lifted and beautifully persistent, the Bien Nacido has so much going on. There is a sense of translucency I find absolutely compelling. Bright saline notes give the Bien Nacido energy, tension and drive. This is such a gorgeous wine. Antonio Galloni