2022 | The Hilt Bentrock Vineyard Chardonnay | Sta Rita Hills

The 2022 Chardonnay Bentrock Vineyard has its own style, with an incredibly pure, orchard fruit-driven nose that carries ample savory herb, toasted spice, and brioche-like nuances. It brings a more generous, round, supple style on the palate and is medium-bodied, beautifully balanced, and layered, with a great finish. While the Radian needs 2–3 years to let its acidity chill out, this is ready to go yet will still evolve gracefully over the following decade.

96 Pts Jeb Dunnuck