East of Eden Pisoni Vineyard Chardonnay

I’m scoring as is today, but I really think this inches upward a bit over the next 5-7yrs.

This fell victim to curiosity (as well as a ‘21 Modus Operandi UV-Laguna Pinot). I’ve had a few of Lato’s entry and mid-level offerings, but this was my first Pisoni from them. Loved it.

Profile wise, this is similar to Dumol (not as big as Aubert, but not a lean style either). A very pretty down-the-middle style. While the aromatics here were lovely (honeysuckle, faint lemon cream, citrus and sweet baking spices), the texture of this wine was a standout. Sports much more depth than initially expected (yellow fruits, peach, apricot, pink cotton candy, limestone)…not quite a lees-y style, but close, while remaining elegant and light on its feet (good acidity). Oak is there but plays a supporting role. For being so young, this was a supremely balanced wine. I need to consider buying more.

Mmm! Soccer moms of the world rejoice!

I usually dig just about everything they do, but this was the exception. Just too much sweetness here. The confection was overbearing and did not let up on day two.

I don't always drink Chardonnay, but when I do it's Paul Lato! Beautiful aromas of ripe pear, mineral, fresh popcorn, Tahitian vanilla bean, and fresh cut grass. Great mouthfeel with fresh acidity and gorgeous fruit weight. Very well done.

Fantastic chard. Soft fuzzy peach, hints of vanilla, candied ginger and green apple. Great balancing acidity. More fruit than the 2011's. Superb with calamari, Caesar salad, carbonara, and salmon at Asti Trattoria, Austin.

Not showing well at all today. Hold.

Nicely done Paul. Mothers Day Dinner

Still showing well@

Wonderfully restrained and cool in style.

Good but like the Ferren better