2015 The Hilt Vanguard Chardonnay

Tightly coiled and tense at first. Slowly and steadily hinting at the incredible power and concentration in the glass. Orange blossom, beeswax, gunflint, marzipan and Meyer lemon. Precise and powerful on the palate. Solid core of citrus fruit, almond and loquat. Touch of toasted oak. Fresh and light as a feather on the long finish. Hint of malolactic softness and roundness. Pure 2015 with everything in its right place and all senses elevated to a higher level.

- Matt Dees, Winemaker

94 Points Antonio Galloni, Vinous | 95 Points Jeb Dunnuck, Jebdunnuck.com