Jordan Vineyard & Winery Chardonnay

A more challenging vintage than its three predecessors 2015 was marked by a cool wet spring leading to a smaller crop. Detailed work in the vineyards balanced and protected the smaller crop through the warm summer and a hurried harvest with a few 100-degree days. What i find appealing in the 2015 are its distinct flinty flavors and textures reminiscent of the limestone soils of chablis. I can’t recall a vintage of jordan chardonnay as old world as this. -rob davis winemaker winemaker’s tasting notes refined aromas of green apple pear and lemon peel with a flinty note. Its elegant palate echoes the bouquet with bright flavors of stone fruit and citrus backed by firm acidity. A touch of creaminess on the midpalate is followed by lovely mineral notes that carry through a long finish. It would be hard to pick out this bottle as californian in a lineup of white burgundies. Enjoy now or cellar through 2022. Chef’s pairing suggestions with its elegant structure crisp acidity and c