This is an acid-driven, well-integrated and composed white from a well-farmed site, structured, gritty and complex in nature. Meyer lemon, lime and tangerine provide a crisp fresh backdrop of inviting flavor that meets floral companionship in apple blossom aromas and a hint of lemongrass on the lengthy finish. VIRGINIE BOONE

The 2017 Chardonnay Green Acres Vineyard kicks things up a notch and boasts stunning notes of crushed citrus and stone fruits as well as hints of orange blossom and honeysuckle. It has that rare mix of richness and elegance as well as flawless balance and a great finish. Brought up in 40% new French oak, it too is going to drink brilliantly for 7-8 years, if not longer.

From Old Wente clone vines in the Green Acres vineyard, the 2017 Chardonnay Green Acres was whole-cluster pressed and fermented with native yeasts, without malolactic, then aged sur lie with bâtonnage before being racked once prior to bottling. Aged 15 months in 40% new French oak, it comes bounding out of the glass with sit-up-and-beg notes of pineapple upside-down cake, creme brûlée and orange blossoms over a core of lemon meringue pie and ripe peach plus a waft of lime leaves. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with a complex array of citrus and stone fruit layers, finishing with bold freshness and fantastic length. 125 cases produced. - LPB