2023 Croix ‘Narrow Gauge’ Chardonnay Russian River Valley

WSI94+ A fuller, yet bright and refreshing style of Chardonnay, this wine has a golden straw presence in the glass with a bouquet of raw honey, marmalade, fresh citrus zest, toasted pine nuts, rocky flints, all spice, toasted oak and lusciousness on the nose that is ever so inviting. Island ripe pineapple, apple, stone fruit, and crisp pear leave the mouthwatering in a cascade of pleasure.100% Chardonnay sourced from Morelli Lane Vineyard – Dutton Ranch, Floodgate Vineyard, Calesa Vineyard, Bacigalupi Vineyard, Ritchie Vineyard, Richard Dinner Vineyard. Aged 14 months in 40% New French Oak.