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The Hilt The Vanguard Chardonnay 2012
Judicious new oak brings out a gorgeous and haunting hint of herbs and spices: the perfect complexity. Notes of caramel apple. More volume on the palate with dense white fruit and oak richness, but it never comes close to cloying. Much like its un-oaked sibling, it remains intensely light and floats across palate. Hints of smoke return on the finish and mingle with the mouthwatering acidity. Fascinating and cohesive blend of power, toast and absolute elegance. I'll dream about this finish tonight.
Ratings on Delectable
Lee Pitofsky 
Winery owned by same majority owner of Screaming Eagle and Bonneau du Martray. A pleasant surprise at age 14, still incredibly fresh with a Burgundian flair and toasty reduction. Fleshes out gaining weight and detail with air. Most definitely drinks above its price point.
Winery owned by same majority owner of Screaming Eagle and Bonneau du Martray. A pleasant surprise at age 14, still incredibly fresh with a Burgundian flair and toasty reduction. Fleshes out gaining weight and detail with air. Most definitely drinks above its price point.
9.3Michael Housewright
Writer/Photographer Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Snore. Sorry, just not a CA chard guy, usually
Snore. Sorry, just not a CA chard guy, usually
8.5
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