Leading with lots of vigorous and vital young fruit in the nose that is quickly joined by complexing elements of minerals and a touch of bakery shop sweetness and following with intense, very deep flavors that stay right in step, the Platt Vineyard bottling is at once both fleshy and quite firm with vibrant acidity played against its slight oily richness. It displays terrific length but it is still a near-nervy youngster that is years away from showing its best. More than being a Chardonnay that can keep, it is one that definitively begs for age.

Medium-light golden yellow; attractive, deep, intense, toasty, citrus and green apple aroma with spicy and toasty notes; medium-full body; deep, rich, slightly creamy, nutty, lemon and green apple flavors with well integrated oak and bright acidity leaving a crisp finish; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended.

Not many producers get fruit from this magical vineyard, sought after for being cool, coastal and meticulously farmed. This wine speaks to all that, offering sublime Meyer lemon, pear and golden honey around a balanced soul and wild ginger-infused intensity. Editors’ Choice.

The 2012 Chardonnay Platt Vineyard wraps around the palate with gorgeous texture and pure resonance. Inviting and layered from start to finish, the Platt impresses for its balance and overall harmony. The flavors are bright, energetic and focused throughout. Lemon peel, white flowers and white pepper all add lift on the expressive finish.

From the coolest site, the 2012 Chardonnay Platt Vineyard (1,260 cases) possesses a Chablis-like personality of quince, white currants, lemon oil and orange blossom notes, a wet stony minerality, medium body and crisp acids. It should drink nicely for 5-6 years, possibly longer.