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2012 Rhys Horseshoe Vineyard Chardonnay

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December 25, 2022 - $71

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

...has thrilling Chablis-like minerality and green citrus to go with lots of lemon curd, mint and hints of sappy flowers.

94Stephen Tanzer

Intensely perfumed bouquet of fresh orchard and citrus fruits, with complex iodine, mineral and jasmine qualities building with air. Concentrated but lithe and precise...

91+ Vinous / IWC

Pear, almond, spice and savory herbs notes meld together in a soft, inviting Chardonnay that emphasizes texture above all else. Hints of Burgundian-like reduction linger on the bouquet...

REGION

United States, California, Santa Cruz Mountains

Santa Cruz Mountains AVA includes high elevation territory in the counties of Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and San Mateo. The AVA follows the coast line from San Francisco to Monterey with elevations from 400 feet to 3,000 feet above sea level. There are 1,500 vineyard acres and the AVA was established in 1981. Despite the challenging terrain in these rugged mountains and hills, highly esteemed wineries have been located here since the early 20th century, when Paul Masson, a Frenchman by birth, started making sparkling wine in the area. By the 1970s vineyards were growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Numerous microclimates within the AVA offer viticulturists diverse growing conditions, and many varietals are grown successfully.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.