J Lohr, Arroyo Vista Chardonnay, Central Coast, 2016

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Tasted by: Tina Gellie
(at Saachi Gallery, 06 Feb 2018)
Drinking Window: 2018 - 2021
Jerry Lohr was a pioneer in Arroyo Seco on the Central Coast, planting his first vines in this relatively unknown area near Monterey Bay more than 40 years ago. The cool breezes here help give great aromatics to the Chardonnays. This has a generous, buttery palate packed with stone fruit and sweet nut brittle. Malo and lees stirring during its 14 months in 50% new oak helps to give a long, toasty finish.
Producer
J Lohr
Brand
Arroyo Vista Chardonnay
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
USA
Region
California
Appellation
Central Coast
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
14.50%
Body
Medium
Oak
Oaked
Grapes
100% Chardonnay