than that of the iconic Peyraud family of Domaine Tempier
focused Chardonnay with jasmine and white pepper aromas
(RP) (8/2014) 98 points James Suckling Spicy and rich
The 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Galets Blonds includes 90% Grenache from nearly 100-year-old vines blended with 10% Syrah from the renowned sector in the eastern part of the appellation known as Le Crau
beautifully textured and showing the concentration
Mayacamas, Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder, Chardonnay 2022 Zinfandel than that of the iconic95 Decanter A bouquet of dried white wildflowers, hints of cardamom and salty sea spray and a bright whiff of lemon zest. Bright and beguiling, with savoury saline notes jumping off the palate. Briny oyster shell, fresh tarragon and thyme are given over to candied lemon peel, finishing with savoury, lemongrass intensity. Beautiful and classic. Supple, elegant and fresh from the top of Mt Veeder, this is a California Chardonnay that never goes through