Crittenden Cri de Coeur Chardonnay 2022

50% went through malolactic fermentation in 40% new oak for 11 months. Zested lemons, cotton petals and crab apples. A hint of freesia and white nectarine skin. Supremely elegant and pretty. Oak glitters in white sandalwood and a smattering of sawdust. It has a mix of salt crystals, dried sunscreen and sticky icy pole melt. Like a day of merriment at the beach. The palate is linear with lingering acidity and finishing with white candlenut and crème fraiche quenelles. It’s delicate and yet the palate flavours continue on as far as the horizon. It’s pin point accuracy with its oak handling and allows the purity of perfectly picked fruit to shine in the spotlight. Wow this is stunning. A wonderful vintage for this superstar wine. Drink now or will cellar well for another decade. A perfect pairing for plump scallop nigiri and ginger.