Mayacamas, Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder, Chardonnay 2022 CJF Selections with patches of flint-like chert

with patches of flint-like chert nodules (chailles)

For those unfamiliar with Chezeaux

medium to firm tannin

in a great window

and still in need of a bit more cellaring as well

Mayacamas, Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder, Chardonnay 2022 CJF Selections with patches of flint-like chert95 Decanter A bouquet of dried white wildflowers, hints of cardamom and salty sea spray and a bright whiff of lemon zest. Bright and beguiling, with savoury saline notes jumping off the palate. Briny oyster shell, fresh tarragon and thyme are given over to candied lemon peel, finishing with savoury, lemongrass intensity. Beautiful and classic. Supple, elegant and fresh from the top of Mt Veeder, this is a California Chardonnay that never goes through