2019 Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay Estate Santa Cruz Mountains

95 points, Decanter Magazine:

"Powerfully ripe yet racy and thrilling with acidity, this deeply concentrated Chardonnay exhibits a masterful balance of pure, persistent citrus and orchard fruit against a deeply earthen, savoury core of minerality. While fermented and aged primarily in new French oak, its oak expressions are subtle and smoky, revealing more richness and depth of texture on the palate. A stunning expression of coastal, high-altitude California Chardonnay that should develop even more complexity in the decade to come."

93 Points, The Wine Advocate

"The 2019 Chardonnay Estate was aged on its lees for 10 months in 60% new French oak. Rich and golden in color, it displays a classic Mount Eden nose of honey, cultured cream, toasted almonds, fresh flowers and herbs. On the palate, a round, rich and creamy frame is outlined by soft but refreshing acidity, leading to a confectionary finish. While still in need of some integration, this is a prime example of one of the most consistent Chardonnays in California." - Matthew Luczy