Rhys Vineyards Alesia 2018 Anderson Valley USA Chardonnay Cachapoal Valley From a 3ha parcel where

From a 3ha parcel where the vines average 60 years of age

It is a Lafite-Rothschild that may spring a few surprises down the line

cigar box and the signature exotic spices of Mouton

coffee and alpine herbs along for the ride

Putting your nose in here is like smelling a perfectly baked lemon-drizzle cake

Rhys Vineyards Alesia 2018 Anderson Valley USA Chardonnay Cachapoal Valley From a 3ha parcel whereThe 2018 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley), all from Bearwallow, is surprisingly tightly wound, which wont be an issue in time, but readers should not be looking at this as an easygoing wine for near term drinking. Bright acids give the orchard fruit, citrus confit and floral notes a good bit of energy. There is a lot to like here. Light tropical accents develop with air, rounding out the finish nicely. 92 Pts Vinous