2021 Metz Road Riverview Chardonnay
2021 Metz Road Riverview Chardonnay
Description
Vineyard
Riverview Vineyard is their northernmost vineyard in Monterey County. Located two miles southeast of Soledad and adjacent to the Pinnacles, this 215-acre vineyard is nestled on a bench overlooking the Salinas River. The bench location aids in creating excellent air flow and the southwestern exposure maximizes available sunlight and allows the fruit to ripen slowly and evenly. The soils are well-drained and comprised of decomposed granite. Riverview is an ideal site for ultra-premium Chardonnay with a Burgundian flavor profile. The cooler climate produces a steelier style, with distinct notes of minerality.
Tasting Notes
Balances bright acidity with complex flavor. Jubilant aromas of green apple, pear, citrus and mango leap from the glass, accented by toasted oak and lemon peel. A suble thread of stone fruit weaves through the medium-bodied palate, culminating in a vanilla-rich finish. This is one of those Chardonnays that pairs perfectly with everything from fresh seafood to ripe cheeses.
| Vintage | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Appellation | Monterey |
| Size | 750 ml |