Arnot-RobertsSantaCruzMountainsTroutGulchChardonnay

This Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay comes from Arnot-Roberts, the pioneering winemaking duo leading the ‘New California’ movement. High in natural acidity thanks to the cool, high altitude climate of Trout Gulch this wine has strong minerality and a noticeable salinity on the palate.

93/100 – The 2022 Chardonnay Trout Gulch is a stellar wine. Even in 2022, all the personality of this site comes through. Crushed rock, mint, white flowers, white pepper, and lemon peel are some of the many notes that grace this exquisite, vibrant Chardonnay. This is a fine effort. As always, the Trout Gulch is steely and vibrant. – Antonio Galloni, Vinous

93+/100 – From own-rooted, dry-farmed vines planted in 1980, the 2022 Chardonnay Trout Gulch Vineyard balances a soft, inviting texture with a chiseled, focused frame. The nose is floral and oceanic, with hints of leesy richness in the background. Cutting and laser-like in its attack, the palate is balanced and spry with a chalky, clean and long finish. It is one of the more consistent Chardonnays in California, and its bright, strident style has positively influenced others toward restraint and vibrancy. – Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate