Center of Effort 2012 Chardonnay (Edna Valley)

Country: US /
Variety: Chardonnay California
Winery: Center of Effort / Edna Valley

This phenomenal bottling from the winemaking team of Mike Sinor and Nathan Carlson hits the nose with a judicious touch of vanilla-laced buttercream as well as scorched lemon slices and orange peels. It’s playfully lithe on the palate, with just a touch of oak warmth, racy acidity, chalky grip and a faint hint of dill. It’s great for now, but will age with nutty style thanks to the balancing tensions.