Sixto Chardonnay Moxee 2013

Exotic aromas. Chamomile. Cardamon. Lime leaf. Exotic in nature, but classic to the bone. Satisfying with minerality racing to a long finish. Taut and tangy, balancing vibrancy against rich pear, pineapple and clotted cream flavors. Finishes long, with mineral and spice notes.

Another incredible white is the 2013 Chardonnay Moxee Vineyard, which comes from a cool site on the northeastern edge of the Yakima valley, situated at an elevation of 1,450 feet, from 41-year-old vines planted in pure limestone soils. Aged 15 months in 25% new French oak puncheons, it has Chablis-like notes of lemon curd, apple tart, brioche and crushed rock to go with a medium to full-bodied, supple, textured, even sexy style on the palate. Showing a terrific mix of both cool and warm climate characteristics, drink this beauty over the coming 2-4 years.

Any way you slice it, this is a fantastically creamy, spicy bottle of Chardonnay to lay in by the case for entertaining and self-care this fall and winter. Let’s put a box on the truck!