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Tantalus Chardonnay 2018
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThough Tantalus is well-known for their exemplary Rieslings, the chardonnays have really captured my heart of late. One of three released this season, this flagship chardonnay comes off their estate 1985 plantings alongside younger components of Dijon clones, planted between in 2006 - 2007. This mix of clones 76 and 95 was native fermented and aged for 10 months in oak barriques and puncheons (30% new). The new wood is making its presence felt in this still youthful wine, smartly framing and structuring the bright lemon, green apple, stony toast, and salted pastry that fills the medium+ bodied palate. Acidity is bright, and the finish is long and savoury. While quite striking now, it's obvious this was built for the future. One of Canada's main chardy players.Tasted: 14 October 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $30.00 | 750ml | winery direct |
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 114884UPC: 626990067405
