Off the bat this wine shows quiet elegance, a slow unfurling of white peach and ripe pear, followed by the lift of citrus zest, like lemon oil rubbed between fingertips. Just beneath that brightness lies something deeper: a soft touch of vanilla, warm butter melting on fresh bread, and a whisper of white pepper carried on a cool southern breeze. This premium new world Chardonnay stands up to our old world favoutires.

An engaging white wine made mostly from red varietals País and a splash of Carignan. Bright aromas of white peach and rose hips settle between tangy citrus notes of tangerine and tart cranberries on the nose. The palate is vibrant and pleasantly floral, accentuated by an understated streak of salinity and bitter almond.