2018 Eden Rift Chardonnay “Valiant” Central Coast

San Francisco Wine Panel Score 92 Points

This is a rich Chardonnay with aromas of baked apple, white peach, lemon peel and hazelnut. These elements follow through on the mid-palate with soft edged generosity, quiet zest and hints of earthy minerality. Texturally plump and built for lemon-garlic roast chicken and the like, it finishes with lingering flavors centered on baked apple, dried peach, preserved lemon and hazelnut nougat. 976 Cases produced.