Paul Lato 2021 “Le Souvenir” Chardonnay, Sierra Madre Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points (2020): “From a great site outside of Santa Maria, the 2020 Chardonnay Le Souvenir Sierra Madre Vineyard is another ripe, powerful Chardonnay revealing musky notes of melon, honeyed lemon, toasted bread, and hints of almond paste and chalky minerality. Full-bodied, concentrated, and layered on the palate, it stays remarkably light on its feet, has good acidity, and a great finish that picks up some classic Santa Maria salinity and minerality. It’s not for those looking for Chablis, but it’s beautifully done and a gorgeous California Chardonnay to drink over the coming 4-6 years.”

Paul Lato Notes: “This wine possesses a powerful and exuberant nose of brioche and lemon zest, with hints of vanilla and spice. It is dry, yet plenty rich in its taste, with a medium plus body, voluptuous and round texture, and nuances of minerals. The seamless integration of new French oak provides plenty of structure, and leads into a gracefully dry finish, inviting you to take another sip. from on old went clone part of the vineyard”