Hendry Barrel Fermented Napa Valley Chardonnay '22

From the Wente clone vines of Block 7, this Chardonnay displays a luminous green-gold hue. The nose offers precise aromas of golden apple, brioche, and struck flint with subtle oak spice. The palate delivers Burgundian complexity - flavors of lemon curd, hazelnut, and crushed stone unfold with vibrant acidity (6.5 g/L TA) that earned consistent 93-95 point scores. Fermented and aged 10 months in French oak (35% new) with full malolactic, this 14.2% alcohol white finishes with a stony persistence. Pair with lobster thermidor or roasted poultry - the 2022 vintage shows incredible balance.