Cloudburst Chardonnay 2018 (750ML)

95 Points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous: "Pale yellow-gold. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh citrus, orchard and tropical fruits, iodine, buttered toast and pungent flowers, and a tarragon nuance builds with air. Shows superb concentration as well as energy, offering vibrant tangerine, Anjou pear, pineapple, sweet butter and anise flavors that tighten up slowly on the back half. Powerful yet graceful in style, displaying sharp definition and minerally thrust on an impressively persistent finish that features resonating floral and pear nectar flourishes." 04/21

96 Points, Jane Anson, Decanter: “Salt-tinged citrus fruit and lime zest with huge texture and tension. This is bright and sparky with a sense of control, even though the warmth and richness of Chardonnay - from a warm, dry season tempered by cool nights - widens things out after a few minutes in the glass, adding texture and power. I love this, and love the memory of last tasting this wine on a train to Paris with winemaker and owner Will Berliner armed with cheese and a baguette. 3.6pH.” 08/20

97 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com: "This is bright and vivid with fantastic structure and tension. Aromas of lightly cooked apples, cream and hints of toasted oak. Full-bodied, yet so bright and agile. Goes on for minutes. Minerally, tangy and bright. Drink or hold. Screw cap." 04/21

98 Points, Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux: “At this point the Cloudburst Chardonnay is fully in its stride, consistently impressive, with pulses of minerality and energy, oyster shell, sea spray, citrus peel, white pear, elderflower, love it. Will Berliner owner and winemaker, 3.6ph, 33% new oak for ageing.” 07/25