2023 | Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Chardonnay | Rutherford Reggiano with its layers unfolding gently

with its layers unfolding gently from the glass

The Clos Figueras Serras del Priorat is a beautifully balanced introduction to the character of Priorat

delivering layers of juicy dark berries intertwined with delicate floral undertones and subtle baking spices

the fruit is comparatively darker here but with more clarity

2023 | Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Chardonnay | Rutherford Reggiano with its layers unfolding gentlyThe 2023 Chardonnay Estate is one of the best vintages of this wine I have tasted. Bright and focused, with terrific depth, the 2023 is positively stellar. It exudes complexity and structure, with superb balance and tons of sheer pedigree. Light tropical notes, apricot, tangerine peel and subtle oak inflections grace this sublime Chardonnay from the Staglin family. The 2023 was aged in mostly large format oak, with some done in various ceramic