Au Bon Climat, Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay other_regions 17% Petit Verdot

17% Petit Verdot

This is also extremely ripe with notes of cassis

glossy texture and intense sweetness

I have no doubt that in time further treasures will emerge from beneath the surface of primary and secondary aromas

but it does not quite happen and I suspect a couple of hours decanting would awaken those aromas

Au Bon Climat, Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay other_regions 17% Petit VerdotThe 2013 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard has gorgeous honeyed apricots, pineapple and buttered popcorn notes with hints of marzipan and ginger. Medium bodied, elegantly fruited and refreshing in the mouth, the palate is understated and savory with a spicy kick to the finish.