Donnachadh Family Vineyards Chardonnay, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2019 Hirsch Vineyards 7% syrah and 5% merlot

7% syrah and 5% merlot

While it is structured

Fermented and aged in a combination of stainless steel and large format Hungarian oak

light mouthfeel fits perfectly with the wine's zingy acidity and tart flavors like boysenberries and orange zest

and very low yields

Donnachadh Family Vineyards Chardonnay, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2019 Hirsch Vineyards 7% syrah and 5% merlotEnticing aromas of buttercream, cake batter and macadamia nut are clean and light on the nose of this bottling. The palate grabs hold with a tart orange rind note, then opens toward white peach and grapefruit juice flavors. There's just the slightest hint of nutty opulence. Matt Kettmann 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast