Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023 (75cl, 13.5%)

A Chardonnay from organically farmed estate vineyards on the coastal ridges of California's Sonoma Coast. It is fermented entirely with native yeast, with 80% of the juice in 288-litre French oak barrels and 20% in stainless steel tanks, then aged in French oak with 18% new barrels. The wine shows lemon blossom, white flowers, honeysuckle, pineapple and quince, with river stone minerality. The palate brings pomelo, yuzu, preserved salted lime and green apple, with a subtle umami character and sea salt. The finish is medium-long, with lime zest, sweetgrass and delicate spice.