Brendel Chardonnay Napa Valley Noble One 2019

92 points Wine & Spirits: "This is a new winery launched by the team at Heitz, led by Carlton McCoy, Jr., whose background as a sommelier took this chardonnay in a fresh, savory direction. The wine is made by Brittany Sherwood, who sources fruit from Oak Knoll and Carneros; she ferments it in stainless stell, where it rests on the lees for a year. It sees no oak and only occasional lees stirring, presenting the fennel and anise flavors of the grape at center stage. A pale white with appealing freshness, this would be delicious with slow-roasted pork shoulder. (Summer 2022)"

Producer notes: "There is no cleaner portrayal of the Chardonnay grape than that of the Burgundian style. This inspired us to create Noble One, an unoaked and mineral-driven expression made with only the finest Chardonnay. The result is a wine as good as the intentions of the people who made it. Pairs well with: Your favorite cheese board. Popcorn. Most Spotify playlists. Backyards."