El Lugar 2023 Chardonnay Spanish Springs   

2023 El Lugar Chardonnay Spanish Springs Vineyard, SLO Coast
San Francisco Wine Panel Score 91+ Points
This bottling offers an unusual medley of minerality and coastal zest in contrast to very ripe Chardonnay fruit, a mix that seems to cry out for service with sea food, or poultry in a creamy sauce. The aromas are led by yellow peach and baked apple, given gentility by suggestions of honey, coconut cream and hazelnut. Similar contrasts bring drama to the opulent fruity and savory flavors, which prove a generous mirror of the nose yet are sharpened by zest and the ever-present minerality. The finish lingers attractively and the resulting wine should be truly delicious with richly-sauced sea foods. It should be at its best in its youth. 87 cases produced.