2021 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict
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Score 95/100 · Drink 2024-2031, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jul 2024
The 2021 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection is deep, creamy and layered. Apricot, mint, tangerine oil, passion fruit and a kiss of French oak all meld together. This is an exuberant style for S&B, with tons of fruit density and pure power that captures the late Jim Clendenen's approach to the maximum.
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95/100
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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95/100
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
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95 points
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Score 95/100 · Drink 2025-2040, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, Dec 2023
The 2021 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Historic Vineyards Collection is fragrant and alluring, with tones of matchstick giving way to perfumed quince, beeswax and cashew. The palate is bursting with perfumed fruit, its expansive layers streaked with flint and honey. It has a vibrant acidity, a silky texture and a long, layered finish.
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