2021 Moone Tsai 'Paige Cuvee' Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Howell Mountain sipped on its own right

sipped on its own right out of a chilled bottle

Aromas of lavender

burst of sweet spice and dusty rose

The wine opens with stunning aromas of blackberry

This champagne is crisp and smooth

2021 Moone Tsai 'Paige Cuvee' Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Howell Mountain sipped on its own rightPhilippe Melka, Bordeaux bred (Chateau Haut Brion, Petrus) and recently heralded by Robert Parker as one of the top nine winemakers in the world. Where possible, I will minimize winemaking techniques in the cellar so I can create a wine that tells the story of the vineyard. In the end, it must be about the fruit. Early inspection of this delightful study in Chardonnay allows for its golden, lemony hue to provide a delicate feint for whats in store.