| Rating | 95 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation |
Santa Cruz Mountains San Francisco Bay Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.1% |
| Price | $125.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2025-05-06 |
Perfect For
Long-Term Aging, Special Occasion Splurges, Winning Over the Boss
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc , Grenache Blanc
Rhys Horseshoe Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 Review
Horseshoe Vineyard, one of Rhys’ many vineyard sites, has a unique location, more than 1,600 feet above sea level, while being protected from heavy pacific ocean influence by a neighboring ridge. Being in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the vineyard retains a lot of acidity but still enjoys warm, sunny days. This epic single vineyard Chardonnay has verve and depth simultaneously with amazing balance to boot. Minerals and beeswax, with a slight hint of vanilla bean, touch the senses. This wine has a soft mouthfeel with medium acidity letting the broad weight shine. Very welcoming and delicious wine.
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