2012 Talley Chardonnay Estate

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Score 17/20 · Drink 2014-2017, Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com, May 2015

Woodspice, pithy orange citrus – lovely density while maintaining lightness and clarity. (RH)

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90/100

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17
17/20

Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com

90
90/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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90 points
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
Score 90/100 · Drink 2015-2019, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Nov 2014

Another classy Chardonnay, Talley’s 2012 Chardonnay Estate Arroyo Grande Valley (10 months in 15% new French oak) gives up notions of lychee, citrus blossom, spice and brioche, with additional minerality developing with time in the glass. Medium-bodied, pure, chiseled and focused, drink it over the coming 2-4 years.

90 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 90/100 · Drink 2014-2017, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jul 2014

Butter, pastry, honey and yellow stone fruits meld together in the 2012 Chardonnay Estate. The 2012 is generous, soft and accessible, with pretty smoke, spice and honey overtones that add complexity. The 2012 is a great choice for drinking now and over the next few years. Rincon and Rosemary's are the main fruit sources.

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Talley
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White

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Dry

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