Cape Mentelle Brooks Chardonnay 2023 domaine-hubert-laurent-lignier It doesn’t seem too early

It doesn’t seem too early to call this out as a new Californian benchmark for the variety

natural acidity and texture

from mature vines on the north/north-east facing slope

but the initial nose captivates with its finesse

Cape Mentelle Brooks Chardonnay 2023 domaine-hubert-laurent-lignier It doesn’t seem too earlyThis wine bursts forth with ripe pineapple golden delicious apple and lime zest characters with enticing hints of lemon curd tart sweet cream vanilla pod and a touch of cedar smoke. Lingering floral notes of jasmine and citrus blossom intermingle with toasted almond cashew and hints of yellow peach to charm. The bright minerally yet rich palate is fine and focused with delicious vanilla custard creaminess and poached apple overlaying green melon and