95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU has a ton of density and power. Racy and deep, the 2021 packs a serious punch. This mineral, savory Chardonnay has so much to offer, but it also needs time to come together. Citrus, orchard fruit and savory notes abound in this very serious Chardonnay from Foxen. Drink 2023-2029 (Sep 2023)”
93 points Wine Enthusiast: “A plump nose of yellow peach, pineapple fluff and sea salt is very inviting on the nose of this block-designated Chardonnay. There's a fantastic sizzle of acidity simmering on the palate, where lemon zest, crushed rocks and savory salts make for a great expression. (Sep 2023)”
93 points Decanter: “Delightfully floral and charming, Foxen Vineyard and Winery's Block UU Chardonnay from Bien Nacido Vineyard exhibits softer florals paired with tropical notes like pineapple and raw macadamia nut. Earthy notes of white button mushrooms and ocean minerals add complexity. Eight months of ageing sur lie adds body and a touch of creaminess to a cuvée of relative simplicity and grace. Would be excellent paired with subtler flavours; Soft white cheese or braised white fish and rice. Drinking window 2024-2032 (Jun 2024)”
91 points Jeb Dunnuck: “Leading off the Chardonnay, the 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU offers a Chablis-like sense of minerality as well as beautiful aromatics of salted citrus, orange blossom, and white flowers. This medium-bodied, vibrant, focused Chardonnay is going to age gracefully for over a decade. Drink 2023-2033 (Aug 2023)”
93 points Wine Enthusiast: “A plump nose of yellow peach, pineapple fluff and sea salt is very inviting on the nose of this block-designated Chardonnay. There's a fantastic sizzle of acidity simmering on the palate, where lemon zest, crushed rocks and savory salts make for a great expression. (Sep 2023)”
93 points Decanter: “Delightfully floral and charming, Foxen Vineyard and Winery's Block UU Chardonnay from Bien Nacido Vineyard exhibits softer florals paired with tropical notes like pineapple and raw macadamia nut. Earthy notes of white button mushrooms and ocean minerals add complexity. Eight months of ageing sur lie adds body and a touch of creaminess to a cuvée of relative simplicity and grace. Would be excellent paired with subtler flavours; Soft white cheese or braised white fish and rice. Drinking window 2024-2032 (Jun 2024)”
91 points Jeb Dunnuck: “Leading off the Chardonnay, the 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU offers a Chablis-like sense of minerality as well as beautiful aromatics of salted citrus, orange blossom, and white flowers. This medium-bodied, vibrant, focused Chardonnay is going to age gracefully for over a decade. Drink 2023-2033 (Aug 2023)”
| Product SKU | 351217 |
| Producer | Foxen |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Central Coast |
| Appellation | Santa Maria Valley |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 13.4% |
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