2020 Chardonnay Edward James Estate
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Tasting notes
Aromas of caramel and flan highlighting pretty ripe fruit that is fresh and rather subtle. Candied pears. Lots of flavor at the end. Flamboyant. Classic California. Drink or hold.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
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The 2020 Chardonnay Edward James Estate, matured in 50% new oak, has pretty scents of lemongrass, saline, spring honey and hazelnuts with undertones of iodine and continues to open new aromas as it spends time in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and expansive with singular streaks of herbal perfume. It has focused acidity to enliven its generous flavors and a very long finish packed with shimmery flavor. 341 cases produced.
The 2020 Chardonnay Edward James Estate shows off this site with richness and purity. The nose is perfumed with warming spice, honeysuckle, and ripe apricot. It offers an incredible arch of fruit through the mid-palate that tapers slowly, with orange oil, pastry cream, and Asian pear. Drink over the next 10 years.
Strikes a terrific balance between fresh lemon, melon and apple flavors at the core, rich accents of salted butter on fresh brioche and butterscotch on a supple, elegant frame, with a juicy thread of acidity. Drink now through 2031. 350 cases made.
About the producer
Paul Hobbs is one of California wine’s biggest names. Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, he joined Robert Mondavi in 1977, worked at Opus One and Simi before setting up his eponymous winery in 1991.