The 2013 Chardonnay Stainless (aged 4 months in stainless steel) is crisp and clean, with lively green herbs, citrus blossom and hints of saltiness all emerging from the glass. It’s medium-bodied and balanced, and although slightly straightforward, is certainly a delicious drink. Enjoy bottles over the coming handful of years.
Coming from the Edna Valley and leaning heavily toward the fresher, elegant and lightly textured end of the spectrum, these are all noteworthy wines from Chamisal Vineyards.
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