Smith Madrone Chardonnay, Spring Mountain District 2017

94 Points Somm Journal

From steep, dry-farmed estate vineyards with rocky soil on top of Spring Mountain, this white aged ten months in French oak and offers aromas of butter pecan and lemon oil. Rich notes of banana cream pie, lemon verbena, salted pear, and honeyed peach make for a layered, structured palate. The acidity performs well and the finish is crisp