2019 | Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay | Napa Valley Montepulciano with succulent contours wrapping it

with succulent contours wrapping it all together — a plush yet mid-weight expression that shows Dry Creek at its most finessed

this wine offers aromas of dried blossoms and herbs followed by flavors of mushroom reduction and a hint of meatiness

Bright spice and bitter orange rind to the currants and raisins here

This is an orange wine with red-wine character and fine tannins

2019 | Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay | Napa Valley Montepulciano with succulent contours wrapping itLinear and tight chardonnay with sliced apple and lemon. Pear and mineral undertones, too. Medium to full body, firm acidity and freshness. Crisp. Only 25% new oak. Pretty vivid. 94 Pts James Suckling