2021 Schug Chardonnay Carneros, USA (750ml) South Australia Floral notes lift the finish

Floral notes lift the finish

graphite and crushed rose petal

and dried straw

cassis and bing cherries dominate the bouquet followed by layers of tobacco and toasted New French Oak

The disc is shiny

2021 Schug Chardonnay Carneros, USA (750ml) South Australia Floral notes lift the finishWINEMAKER'S NOTES: This classic Carneros Chardonnay was grown primarily on the Schug Estate vineyard, with additional barrels from the Wildcat Vineyard and Thornton Ranch. It was fermented and aged on the lees ("sur lie") in small French Oak barrels, with judicious new oak introduced. Malolactic fermentation was not induced, allowing the wine to retain its natural acidity and varietal focus. The result is a wine that is both rich and powerful, while