Sante Arcangeli, Split Rail Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains 2018

93 points Wine Enthusiast
"Briny and brisk aromas of lemon peel, chalk and honeydew are very tight and bright on the nose of this single-vineyard expression from 1,700 feet in the mountains. The palate is very taut and grippy, offering flavors of lemon pith, sea salt and fine-grained oak as well as light vanilla on the finish."

92 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
"The 2018 Chardonnay Split Rail Vineyard comes from 20- to 30-year-old vines planted at 1,700 feet in elevation. It aged ten months in 15% new French oak. It has a fresh, bright nose with aromas of green apple, pear peel, baker’s yeast, crushed stone, fresh quince and touches of orange blossoms, hazelnuts and honey. The palate is light to medium-bodied, delicate but intense, smoothly walking the line between bright citrus, mineral and savory character, with addicting freshness and a long, textured finish."

Jancis Robinson
"Pale gold. Scents of lemon pith and white flowers. Flavours of lemon pith and lemon zest mix with grapefruit and a touch of vanilla. Excellent acidity and just the barest hint of wood that lingers in the finish. 17.5/20 points. (AY)"