2021 Hartford Court Chardonnay Four Hearts Vineyard
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The 2021 Chardonnay Four Hearts Vineyard was barrel fermented and matured for eight months in 28% new French oak. It’s coiled on the nose with delicate scents of lemon peel, oyster shell, crème fraîche and nutmeg. The light-bodied palate pairs bright, citrusy flavors with youthful allspice tones. It has a silky texture, energetic acidity and a mineral-driven finish. Give it 3-5 years in bottle to unwind. 1,871 cases produced.
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Jancis Robinson MW
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Blend of a handful of vineyards (originally four) for the four members of the Hart family. It is now a core of three vineyards – all are over 45 years old – Dehlinger, Perry and Sullivan vineyards. Fermentation and ageing in 100% French oak (28% new) for eight months. Pale lemon colour. Toasty, zesty, vanilla blossom, pear compote, crystallised ginger and citrus blossom. Fresh acidity, round and creamy but with plenty of acid to pull out a lengthy stone-fruit and spice-kissed finish. Still pretty tightly wound but with more concentration than the Stone Côte. (SCJ)
A rich golden hue with a slight haze, the 2021 Chardonnay Four Hearts Vineyards is a bit more inward aromatically at the moment but has a darker tone, with warming notes of toasted cedar, spice, and ripe, baked orchard fruits, Full-bodied, with a nutty texture and notes of ripe yellow pear, tangerine, and almond, it has a pithy texture and meatiness throughout. Drink 2024-2030.