97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The first vintage of this cuvée I’ve been able to taste (it was first made in 2017), the 2018 Chardonnay Powder House comes from a site on the Sonoma Coast and is from a mix of old Wente and Mt. Eden clones. Its lighter gold hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of white flowers, honeyed white peach, nectarines, and mint. It’s a classic Aubert Chardonnay, with clean, pure, complex aromatics, full-bodied richness, bright acidity, and a stunning sense of opulence pared with freshness. Drink bottles over the coming 7-8 years. Drink: 2020-2028. (5/21/20)"
96 points Wine Spectator: "Smoky richness accents the concentrated apple and peach pastry flavors, supported by steely acidity. Luscious spiciness emerges midpalate, with a long finish that lingers with intense minerality and sea salt details. Best from 2022 through 2027. 946 cases made. (7/31/20)"
Product SKU | 336214 |
Producer | Aubert |
Country | United States |
Region | California |
SubRegion | Sonoma County |
Appellation | Sonoma Coast |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2018 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 15.1% |
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