Mt Pajaro Vineyard, Chardonnay
    Rhys Vineyards

    Mt Pajaro Vineyard, Chardonnay, 2021

    97/100
    Vinous
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    1. 2021

      6x75cl

      DP

      £452.74

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    Mt. Pajaro’s evolution continues apace, the vines now into their 12th year, planted on 18 inches of top soil over two distinct shale types – the vineyard split by the Pajaro tributary fault line. Invariably less structured than Alpine or Horseshoe, more about flow and finesse, this 2021 has nevertheless grown in stature and depth, with wonderfully grown up, smoky, mineral aromas on the nose and vivid salt and citrus impact on the palate. Energy and a sense of layered minerality pervade the entire picture here. Serious stuff!

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    Critic Reviews

    97/100
    Antonio Galloni,
    Vinous
    The 2021 Chardonnay Mt. Pajaro Vineyard is the most ethereal and finely cut of the Chardonnays in this range. White pepper, chalk, mint, crushed rocks and citrus abound. Ethereal and understated, with tons of saline intensity, the 2021 is compelling in every way. I especially admire its translucent intensity. Bright saline notes reverberate throughout. I would prefer to cellar this, but a few hours of aeration will also do the trick. Magnificent.
    drinking window 2025 - 2032
    date of review 11/2023

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    Specifications

    Country:
    USA
    Region:
    California
    Grape Variety:
    Chardonnay
    abv:
    13%

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    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.