Talley 2009 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco)

Country: US / Rincon Vineyard
Variety: Chardonnay California
Winery: Talley / Arroyo Seco

With 30% new oak, the wood stands out, giving the wine vanilla and buttered toast notes. Crisp acidity kicks in right away, giving sour candy flavors of pineapples and lemons, while the underlying Arroyo Grande terroir gives this Chard a minerally tug. Dry and elegant, it’s a wine to drink now, with decanting.