Noble Vines 446 Chardonnay 2023

 "Complex and enticing, the bouquet shows grilled stone fruit, roasted fig, vanillin oak and brioche aromas, followed by an opulent palate offering creamy texture and beautifully infused acidity, finishing persistent and highly appealing. At its best: now to 2028."
- Sam Kim; The Wine Orbit (previous vintage)

From Monterey, a slightly cooler sub-region of California, comes this delightful Chardonnay. It takes all the things that we love in Cali Chardy and turns them up a notch; toasty caramel notes, buttery characters and creamy mouthfeel all meld seamlessly and the result is a truly delicious glass of wine.

Grapes are left on the vine slightly longer than normal and are picked when the balance between acidity and fruit ripeness is absolutely perfect. The grapes are pressed immediately after harvest and then fermentation occurs in a combination of stainless steel tanks and French and American Oak barrels to add body and complexity.

If you're a fan of American Chardonnay and are looking for your new favourite, you've just found it.

ABV: 14.5%