Another stunner is the 2018 Bacigalupi Chardonnay from Gary Farrell that sees 35% new Frnech oak for 9 months. This Russian River Valley wine is a dead ringer for a Montrachet with its wonderful, toasty and powerful bouquet of crushed citrus, toasted almonds, bruised cedary herbs, lemon oil and a salty minerality. Delivering similar notes on the palate, it has a precise style, elevated levels of acidity and an incredible richness and depth. I would give this another year in the bottle and then drink over the next decade. Only 309 cases produced.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
|---|
| 94 | $55 | 2022-2031 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
|---|
| United States | California | Sonoma County, Russian River Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
| J. Young | December, 2021 | |
