Ernest 2023 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Winery Notes:

This wine shows great purity of aromas and an uncanny freshness of character. There is plenty of fruit upfront but the most relevant aspect is the mineral angle, as in freshly cut stones and river pebbles. Citrus and green apple aromas are also present heightening the lean nature of it. This wine epitomizes cool climate chardonnay that can only be achieved from these maritime-influenced vineyards. The palate is bright, clean, and fresh with a remarkable balance of acidity and fruits. Subtlety combined with great energy makes this a quite complex experience. The freshness remains on the palate for quite some time, creating a long-lasting impression marked by loads of citric notes of lemon peel and sour tangerine.

92 points Wine Enthusiast