Antica Napa Chardonnay 2019 (75cl, 14.1%)

Antica Napa Chardonnay 2019 is a white wine from Atlas Peak in Napa Valley, made entirely from Chardonnay. It comes from vineyards planted above 2,600 feet on an estate of 1,210 acres, with about 550 acres under vine and 30% of that devoted to Chardonnay across 15 blocks. The 2019 vintage was fermented in French oak barrels, half of them new, aged sur lie for about 10 months, and underwent full malolactic fermentation. The wine shows white peach, ripe pear, citrus blossom and white flower aromatics, with minerality beneath. On the palate it is clean and precise, with ripe apple and white peach, tropical fruit nuances and well-integrated acidity. Oak is present but measured, giving structure without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long and layered, with concentrated minerality, delicate pastry-like nuances, buttery richness and fresh citrus.