Madson Misty Gulch Vineyard Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains 2021 (75cl)

This 2021 Chardonnay from Madson Wine comes from Misty Gulch Vineyard in the Portola Valley, in California's Santa Cruz Mountains. The vineyard sits at the base of a gap called Windy Hill, named for the maritime breeze that blows through it. The high-elevation vines are difficult to reach, and the fruit is harvested with care. Winemaker Cole Thomas, a Santa Cruz native, works naturally and takes inspiration from earlier mountain winemakers such as Martin Ray. The nose is white lilies, kiwi and chamomile, with chalk, lime pith and crushed sandstone. The palate has a firm, structured grip with almond and lemon peel.