Tangley Oaks 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County)

Country: US /
Variety: Chardonnay California
Winery: Tangley Oaks / Santa Barbara County

The underlying wine is fine, with brisk, cool-climate acidity framing peach, pear and pineapple flavors. But the oak layering tastes weird and unnatural, almost sweetly medicinal, which drags down the score.