2022 SENS3S Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard
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The 2022 Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard opens with aromas of struck flint that slowly give way to saline, oyster shell, apples and spice. The medium-bodied palate is understated with silky, mineral-driven flavors foiled by mouthwatering acidity, and it has a long, dynamic finish. It will benefit from 3-5 years in the cellar.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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A brilliant yellow with a green-tinged hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard was raised in 25-40% new French oak. Focused and persistent, it opens in the glass to notes of citrus blossoms, lime, white peach, flint, and crushed stones. Concentrated yet weightless, the pedigree of this site really comes through on the palate, with a glycerol texture yet a weightless feel and mouthwatering saline along the sides of the palate through an elegant and long finish. A characteristic almondine and vanilla note balances it out beautifully. It’s going to take time for this to reveal its full potential, as it’s a bit tightly wound on opening, so I would recommend stashing this away. Drink 2026-2036. 3420 bottles were produced.
The 2022 Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard is laced with tropical fruit, spice and a kiss of sweet French oak. Open-knit and forward, the 2022 is a wine to drink over the next year or two, as it has started to fade.