Haynes Vineyard, Vigneron Chardonnay Brut Zero

Haynes Vineyard, Vigneron Chardonnay Brut ZeroThe label says, 'From The Vineyard'?! Fully mature, with some savoury character that's unusual for a Napa Chardonnay. Rich finish. Long and substantial. I need to know more! Unusual. (JR)

(Sentiers sits on the Morey border and is a direct continuation of Ruchots)

yellow flowers

This is woodier than I personally prefer but stylistic quibbles aside

(88-91)/2024+

naturally sweet

cherry and licorice aromas complicated by cooler notes of tobacco leaf

Composed of 54% Grenache

burnt earth

one of the outspoken advocates of biodynamic viticulture

It’s long

the lingering and dusty finish is moderately rustic

The classy