Chardonnay 2020

The first impression with both aromatics and flavor is fresh, stony and a touch reserved. One can tell more is to come. Deeper notes of pear, green apple and a touch of citrus emerge. No wood up front, only fresh yeasty fermentation/fruit aromas are present at first.

The wine seriously evolves with aeration and a little warming in the glass. The first sip, and wow, this is the sappy fruity freshness I am always so eager to achieve. One sip begs another; no heaviness or blunt over-ripeness here. Maybe a touch of barrel in the background but definitely only as an additional aroma/flavor, never dominating, only enhancing. What a wonderful food accompaniment.