Locanda Estate, "Beckstoffer Carneros Lake Vineyard" Chardonnay Carneros 2021

95 points Jeb Dunnuck
"The 2021 Chardonnay Beckstoffer Carneros Lake Vineyard has an almost Burgundian sense of reduction as well as beautiful ripe stone fruits, mulled pear, almond, and honeyed mineral-like aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, has vibrant acidity, and a gorgeous finish. This is hold-onto-your-hats good and should have a decade or so of prime drinking."

Vinous Reverie Notes
Locanda Estate is a shielded, hillside reinforced vineyard estate, tucked tightly into a 3 sided crevice, deep in the heart of the Sonoma Valley. Having its own unique micro-climate, it is ideally suited to produce top quality Chardonnay. Tasting Notes: This age worthy chardonnay shows ripe apple and star fruit with hints of seared pineapple, mango and peony floral notes on the nose. A wonderfully seamless transition with additional hints of crème brûlée and toffee throughout the long smooth palate.