2023 Tyler Chardonnay Mae Estate
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The 2023 Chardonnay Mae Estate opens with a lovely bouquet of citrus curd, fennel and pastry cream, followed by a spongey, pure and succulent palate. The finish is understated and driven by an even-keeled finish that lingers with bright, chiseled acidity. This is a stellar example of the northern corridor of Sta. Rita Hills, and it will be an increasingly formidable presence in the Tyler roster as the vines mature.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate
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Organically farmed, but not so far certified. Planted in a north–south orientation in 2016 on clay-loam and sandy loam formed over siliceous shale and marine sediment, at 250–300 ft of elevation. Whole-cluster pressed and fermented with native yeast in 228- and 500-litre French oak barrels (full, natural malo), followed by a 12-month élevage in 15–20% new oak and an additional 6 months in stainless steel. Very distinctive nose with lots of promise of salinity and then crystalline texture. Spontaneous and long. Very fresh lemon-barley cleanness. Long again. Impressive! Very transparent. (JR)