2021 Chardonnay
Elegantly crafted in the JUSTIN style
$35
Retail
$28
About the Wine
The JUSTIN Chardonnay has a clean, crisp, and textured palate with round, ripe citrus, apple and pear fruit, toasted oak, and an attractive mineral texture. Near full-bodied, elegant, and balanced, it is a very sophisticated style of Chardonnay with complex fruit. It’s drinking beautifully right now, but don’t be afraid to try it in a year or two when it will show added complexity and richness.
Tasting Notes
Body
Appearance
Bright straw colored with silver highlights and slow forming tears.
Aroma
Very aromatic and fruit forward with notes of ripe yellow apple, white peach, mandarin, lemon and tart pineapple and oak with subtle hints of citrus blossom and almond.
Palate
Moderately full-bodied with yellow apple, pear, nectarine, peach, and ripe lemon on entry. The mid-palate shows sustained fruit highlighted by notes of blanched almonds, cherry blossom, with savory button mushroom and roasted nut leading to a lengthy, finish that is fresh and balanced with the slightest hint of oak, and a wet stone mineral texture.
Key Features
Appellation
Central Coast
Fermentation
Whole-cluster pressed, barrel fermented with M2 yeast
Maturation
Barrel aged for six months in French oak barrels (30% new)
Alcohol
14.0%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Poached Lobster
The 2021 JUSTIN Chardonnay is full but fresh on the palate with a mix of ripe fruit and savory notes, making it a natural pairing with full and rich dishes like Tarte Flambé, a savory tart with flaky dough, caramelized onions, creamy cheese, and diced ham, or poached lobster.
You May Also Enjoy
2022 Sauvignon Blanc
$18
Retail
$1440
Wine Society2021 Viognier
$30
Retail
$24
Wine Society2022 Rosé
$20
Retail
$16
Wine Society