2018 Walter Hansel ‘The Meadows’ Chardonnay Russian River Valley

VIN93 The 2018 Chardonnay The Meadows is vivid and ample in the glass. Orange confit, crème brulee, spice, honey and tropical overtones all flesh out in this creamy wonderfully expressive Chardonnay. This is a decidedly overt style, and yet all the elements are so nicely balanced. Time in the glass brings out pretty floral notes that add brightness.