2019 Darioush Signature Chardonnay, Napa Valley

Bright and immensely refreshing, 2019 Signature Chardonnay opens with a burst of citrus and wet stone aromas. Full-bodied yet vivacious, the wine exhibits a sturdy core of lemon curd and Granny Smith apple flavors segueing to beeswax and quince on the mid-palate, complemented by secondary flavors of hazelnut and brioche. A juicy, crisp, and lingering finish leaves an impression of salinity, reminiscent of fresh oysters or nori.