2017 BLACK CORDON RESERVE SONOMA COAST CHARDONNAY "Co-owners David and Karen Dunphy of Black Cordon Vineyards believe that balance is the most important aspect of winemaking. Though purely Californian in style (big, rich, and full-bodied), this Sonoma Coast Chardonnay maintains a freshness from Pacific Ocean breezes creating the perfect balance. Black Cordon’s winemaker, Julian Gonzalez, ferments the grapes in 30 percent new French Burgundy barrels for a more elegant integration of oak and fruit. The wine is then matured in oak for 12 months for further flavor development. On the palate, the wine display ripe pear, peach, and melon with complementary notes of caramel and vanilla custard that coat the palate in a creamy mouthfeel. The wine finishes with toasted marshmallow that leaves you wanting more and more!" 92 Points