Ancient Peaks Chardonnay 2018

The 2018 Chardonnay offers enticing tropical aromas of pineapple, papaya and banana with suggestions of citrus and spice. A soft, seamless texture continues on a tropical note, with accentuating layers of peach, apricot and green apple. A smooth, integrated finish is enlivened by crisp acidity and lingering minerality.

The 2018 Chardonnay is made to be versatile with food. Favorable pairings include pan-seared scallops, fresh lobster, grilled citrus chicken, creamy risotto, and aged cheddar cheese.

Quite light in the glass, this bottling is very tropical on the nose, offering jasmine and tuberose as well as marshmallow and peach-blossom aromas. There is a chalky grip to the sip, where the tropical-flower flavors converge with ripe Pink Lady apples and melon.