Legacy
Legacy Chardonnay
2016
Alexander Valley
$95
Description
This heritage-clone Chardonnay is sourced from the rugged upper reaches of Alexander Valley, between 1,600' and 1,800' above sea level. This wine opens with aromas of stargazer lily, lemon curd, brioche and a stony note in the background. On the palate, one finds Asian pear and toast notes, enveloped in a lush mid-palate and a bracing framework of acidity.
Acclaim
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JebDunnuck.com
JD 6/2018
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Vinous
AG 7/2018
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate
LPB 10/2018
This white wine shines gold in the glass, with aromas of brioche, pear and floral notes. The silky palate shows fresh minerality, bright acid beside a lush mid-palate and refreshing lemony structure.
Aromas
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Brioche
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Pear
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Floral
Flavors
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Minerality
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Bright Acidity
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Lemon
RECENT TASTING NOTES
Legacy used to be a part of Stonestreet, but today is its own label. The 2016 Chardonnay Alexander Valley is terrific and comes from higher elevation sites in Alexander Valley. It was aged 11 months in 31% new French oak. With a mix of Old World/New World style in its buttered orchard fruits, citrus blossom, charcoal, and melon aromas and flavors, it's medium to full-bodied, has good concentration, and its bright acidity keeps everything fresh, focused, and tight. This gorgeously textured 2016 needs 2-4 years of cellaring and will drink nicely over the following decade.
Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com, 6/2018
