White Walnut Estate Chardonnay White Walnut Vineyard

The alcohol stuck out too much on this bottle, not sure if it was correct

This is the winery’s premium-tier purchased-fruit cuvee, all from undisclosed vineyards along Worden Hill Road a few turns down 99W from Trunk Road where the winery sits. This had bright citrus, maybe a touch of unripe/non-sweet tropical fruit, stony minerals, and a light kiss of reduction. Chalky and grippy in the mouth with a respectable finish, good acidity that left the palate refreshed and ready for another sip. Despite rather a good amount of structure it was quite cheerful in …