textural style of the wine
Fichet's work is a direct outgrowth of a breakthrough that happened three decades ago: René Lafon's decision to bottle his Meursault “Clos de la Barre” on its own
Prager Winery and Port Works was founded in 1979 by Jim and Imogene Prager
92 Vinous
Light tropical notes grace the finish in an exquisite Clos that delivers the goods
Mayacamas, Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder, Chardonnay 2022 Napa Valley textural style of the wine95 Decanter A bouquet of dried white wildflowers, hints of cardamom and salty sea spray and a bright whiff of lemon zest. Bright and beguiling, with savoury saline notes jumping off the palate. Briny oyster shell, fresh tarragon and thyme are given over to candied lemon peel, finishing with savoury, lemongrass intensity. Beautiful and classic. Supple, elegant and fresh from the top of Mt Veeder, this is a California Chardonnay that never goes through