Fess Parker
Ashley's Vineyard Chardonnay
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
Very oaky and creamy, but also expressively fruity, including tropical and stone fruits.
Very oaky and creamy, but also expressively fruity, including tropical and stone fruits.
1 person found it helpfulNov 1st, 2013
I’ve tasted couple excellent bottles of well aged Pinot from Ashley’s vineyard. This Chardonnay is young but very good too.
The 2022 combines the AVA’s coastal freshness with the vintage’s generous ripeness. Aromas of lemon zest, yellow apple, and grilled pineapple mingle with vanilla, brioche, and a saline breeze. The palate is sleek yet plush, balancing citrus-driven acidity with creamy mid-palate weight. Subtle spice frame a long juicy finish.
8 months in French oak barrel, 30% new.
I’ve tasted couple excellent bottles of well aged Pinot from Ashley’s vineyard. This Chardonnay is young but very good too.
The 2022 combines the AVA’s coastal freshness with the vintage’s generous ripeness. Aromas of lemon zest, yellow apple, and grilled pineapple mingle with vanilla, brioche, and a saline breeze. The palate is sleek yet plush, balancing citrus-driven acidity with creamy mid-palate weight. Subtle spice frame a long juicy finish.
8 months in French oak barrel, 30% new.
Younger prob wouldn’t have liked as much, but with secondary notes singing 12 years later this was captivating to sip.
Younger prob wouldn’t have liked as much, but with secondary notes singing 12 years later this was captivating to sip.
Apr 10th, 2022
Floral Rose and Citrus....nice lemon taste. Smooth and nicely oaked.
Floral Rose and Citrus....nice lemon taste. Smooth and nicely oaked.
Jul 16th, 2020Baking spices, 65% new French oak, creamy but still sweet and summery
Baking spices, 65% new French oak, creamy but still sweet and summery
Aug 24th, 2018A little sweet, which is a bit odd for a chardonnay. But overall not bad.
A little sweet, which is a bit odd for a chardonnay. But overall not bad.
Mar 15th, 2018