Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay Sonoma County (75cl, 14.5%)

Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay is an oak-aged white from Sonoma County, California, at 14.5% ABV. The blend is 96% Chardonnay with 2.5% Gewürztraminer and 1.5% mixed white varieties. The grapes are destemmed, whole-cluster pressed and cold settled in stainless steel before fermenting in French oak. The wine goes through 90% malolactic fermentation and is aged on its lees with stirring every two weeks, which gives it a creamy texture. The nose offers roasted apple, poached pear, barrel spice and white flowers. The palate is broad, with Meyer lemon, nectarine, butterscotch, crème brûlée and cinnamon. The finish is medium-plus, with vanilla bean, pineapple jam and baking spice.