Chateau Montelena, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California 2022 metallica Diego’s son Stefano joined the

Diego’s son Stefano joined the operation

Hayden was born and raised in Maryland

citrus and white flowers

also with stronger flavors

Chateau Montelena, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California 2022 metallica Diego’s son Stefano joined theBright gold in color and incredibly aromatic, the ripeness of the vintage is most pronounced initially; melon, perfume, and orange blossom slowly give way to fresh peach, honeysuckle and apricot. Theres very little overt oak influence on the nose, although it comes across subtly in the background as pie crust and toast. Its the suppleness and silky mouthfeel that strike first, although theres abundant mango and citrus with Meyer lemon here as well.