The 2020 Chardonnay Bentrock is redolent of slate, crushed rocks, white pepper, mint and lemon peel, along with a hint of reduction that adds character, but without dominating the balance, as has at times been the case here. Readers who like focused, taut Chardonnays won't want to miss the Bentrock. It is world-class. A second bottle, tasted far away from the winery and vineyards, was every bit as impressive. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2022)
The 2020 Chardonnay Bentrock is redolent of slate, crushed rocks, white pepper, mint and lemon peel, along with a hint of reduction that adds character, but without dominating the balance, as has at times been the case here. Readers who like focused, taut Chardonnays won't want to miss the Bentrock. It is world-class. A second bottle, tasted far away from the winery and vineyards, was every bit as impressive. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2022)
Aug 26th, 2022
This is what wine is about. Everything to love about masterful winemaking and wine growing are present in this bottle. Rich, lifted, balanced fruit and mineral character give way to subtle nuanced lightly oxidized fresh almond notes. Palate is hard to comprehend. Mineral character, roundness and acid in perfect unison. A well traveled palate in @Rajat Parr obviously knew what he was going for and succeeded in spades. Cheers!
This is what wine is about. Everything to love about masterful winemaking and wine growing are present in this bottle. Rich, lifted, balanced fruit and mineral character give way to subtle nuanced lightly oxidized fresh almond notes. Palate is hard to comprehend. Mineral character, roundness and acid in perfect unison. A well traveled palate in @Rajat Parr obviously knew what he was going for and succeeded in spades. Cheers!
Dec 30th, 2017
Clean! Crisp apple, lemon, mineral, lightly toasted. Delicious!
Clean! Crisp apple, lemon, mineral, lightly toasted. Delicious!
Sep 22nd, 2017
Excellent! Fresh with cleansing, subtle acids and a fine set of orchard and citrus fruits.
Excellent! Fresh with cleansing, subtle acids and a fine set of orchard and citrus fruits.
Mar 10th, 2016
Very bright and lively from its acidity, citrus and some peel, and good minerality. The finish just hangs on. Full of flavor.
Very bright and lively from its acidity, citrus and some peel, and good minerality. The finish just hangs on. Full of flavor.
Jan 15th, 2018
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
