2018 Stonestreet - Chardonnay Mountain Estate Bear Point
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The 2018 Chardonnay Bear Point Vineyard is wonderfully lifted and effusive. White flowers, apple, mint and lemon confit all grace this transparent, layered Chardonnay. This is one of the most understated Chardonnays I have tasted from Stonestreet. The Hyde/Wente clone in this iron oxide part of the estate yields a Chardonnay with striking floral presence and tons of personality.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2018 Chardonnay Bear Point Vineyard was aged for 10 months in French oak, 57% new. It rolls effortlessly out of the glass with bold notes of baked apples, fresh pear and apricots with toasty almonds, spice cake and marzipan in the background. Medium-bodied, the palate is refreshing with a silky texture and intense flavors, finishing spicy. 250 cases were made.
Moving to the Chardonnays, the 2018 Chardonnay Bear Point Vineyard comes from the Alexander Valley (as do all the releases from this estate) and spent 11 months in 57% new French oak. Buttered orchard fruits, honeyed toast, spice, and some subtle oak notes all emerge from the glass. A richer, yet beautifully balanced Chardonnay, it's already drinking nicely yet should evolve for a solid 4-5 years, possibly longer.