2018 Lightning Rock Chardonnay Canyonview Vineyard

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 89 points

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  5/30/2020 - Mtarolyn Likes this wine: 86 Points

  Lemon and almost a green hue. Bright citrus nose with mineral notes
  High acid. Very refreshing and bold. Great summer wine

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  4/29/2020 - Wine Ratings Likes this wine:

  Crisp, ripe, savoury, complex - ask and you shall receive! This wine has it all (unless, of course, you’re looking for high alcohol, heavily oaked Cali styled Chard...though in that case my posts are probably not high on your viewing list anyway). Jordan and Tyler are making stellar wines from their vineyards in and around Summerland (including an amazing lineup of serious bubbles!) and we were lucky enough to get a sneak peak of this one last year before release. Needless to say, there was a giddy response and a period of impatience until that release date...but good things come to those who wait. It was open for business immediately upon opening, putting forth waves of lively citrus fruit (and limeade!) and green apples followed by white pepper, mint, and crushed stone. Sweet vanilla and toast joined in the mix; it does see 30% new oak during aging, but it integrates seamlessly into the fold and serves only to enhance, not overwhelm. While maintaining ample freshness, the wine’s complexity continued to build over time, providing lusher stone/tropical fruit as well as touches of saline, cardamom, and honey on the finish. Just so much going on throughout, and amazing to have such a balance of beauty, precision and unabashed crushability! More please.

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