yet anchored by Moutere clay structure
it’d be flint struck against steel - bright
The dramatic day-to-night temperature shifts of this high-altitude site give precision and lift
supple and reassuringly claret-like
The twenty-fifth vintage of Guidalberto marks a milestone for the estate
2018 Chardonnay, Benevolent Neglect Cellar Series yet anchored by Moutere clayCarmel Cut Benevolent Neglects 2018 Chardonnay is California Chardonnay with its volume turned down and its mineral line turned right up. Sourced from Massa Organic Estate in Carmel Valley, it opens with yuzu, lemon peel, mandarin blossom, chamomile, white peach and a subtle oyster shell edge. It has the sunshine of California, but the intention is far more Chablis than buttercream. On the palate, it is bright, direct and mouth watering, with citrus,