2018 Cattleya Chardonnay ‘Call to Adventure’ Russian River Valley

WSI94+ JD95 All from clone 15, the 2018 Chardonnay Call To Adventure comes entirely from the Pratt Vineyard in the Russian River and spent 15 months in 50% new French oak. Offering plenty of Russian River richness in its buttered citrus, peach, and stone fruits, it’s medium to full-bodied on the palate and has a kiss of background oak, wonderful balance, and a great finish. Showing more spice and brioche notes with time in the glass, give bottles a year or two and enjoy over the following 5-7 years.
JS93 Nice aromas of cooked apples and pears with some cream and minerals that follow through to a medium body with attractive freshness. Nice minerality as well. Very fine. Drink and enjoy.
Winemaker Notes:  Powerful aromatics of red apple, lemon curd, and Bosc pear combine with citrus blossom and mineral undertones to entice the senses. Richness and seamless texture envelop the palate as you heed the Call to Adventure.