Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch The 2016 Chardonnay Anderson Valley

The 2016 Chardonnay Anderson Valley from the team at Rhys knocks it out of the park

youthful acidity and delicate structure characterize the palate

candied rose and a dusty mineral element on the incisive nose

Medium to full bodied on the palate

Creamy and full on the palate

Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch The 2016 Chardonnay Anderson ValleyA great Cheval Blanc that stands up to the potential that I found during en primeur. Extremely restrained and classic in its construction, shot through with points of mint, liquorice, raspberry and eucalyptus. The fresh aromatics mean you could almost think that it is from a cool year, except for the huge density that runs through the palate, along with a creamy texture. Extremely good quality. Something that you are going to want to put away for a