Shibumi Knoll Chardonnay Buena Tierra Vineyard 2023

Critical Acclaim: 97 pts Jeb Dunnuck; 95 pts The Wine Palate.  

Winemaker's Tasting Notes: The 2023 Chardonnay is outstanding. The nose reflects citrus with the essence of blossoming fruit trees. You get a calming, relaxing feeling of what a smooth, delicious and crisp white wine can offer after a busy, hot day.

"From the same block from the Eastside Road valley floor, the 2023 Chardonnay Buena Tierra Vineyard is a project with Thomas Rivers Brown and the team and pours a bright golden yellow hue. The nose is ripe but also has appealing minty lift, with aromas of savory pineapple, toast, and golden peaches. Full-bodied, it has a silky texture as well as refreshing acidity, appealing baking spice, saltiness, and a lot of clarity. I love the texture and the length, and it has refreshing, approachable ripeness without feeling alcoholic. Drink over the coming 12 or more years. Drink 2026-2040."- Jeb Dunnuck. 

"The 2023 Buena Tierra Vineyard Chardonnay comes from the original/historic 1972 2.5 acre block, Old Wente clone on St. Georges rootstock. It prances out with flamboyant notes of ripe apricots, Golden Delicious apples, and allspice, with undertones of cedar, honeycomb, and cashews. The medium- to full-bodied palate is laden with spicy orchard fruit flavors, framed by a satiny texture and refreshing lift, finishing with great length."- The Wine Palate. 

Varietal: Chardonnay.