PAUL HOBBS CROSSBARN CHARDONNAY 750 ml

Description

Discover the allure of Paul Hobbs CrossBarn Chardonnay, a standout white wine from California's Sonoma Coast. This pale straw-hued gem greets you with inviting scents of green apple, lemon zest, and honeysuckle, drawing you into its vibrant world. On the palate, expect a harmonious blend where Honeycrisp apple and Asian pear dance alongside flinty minerality and a creamy mid-palate feel. Crisp acidity laced with flaky sea salt builds tension, leading to a persistent finish echoing tangerine and guava notes.

Crafted in the cool Sonoma Coast appellation, this Chardonnay captures the essence of its origin in every sip. Enthusiasts and critics alike praise its dynamic profile: Tasting Panel awards it 93 points for its sassy electric character, baked pear aromas, gem-like minerality, ripe pineapple with sea salt, juicy entry, toffee hints, and vibrant acidity ideal for food pairings. Jeb Dunnuck gives 92 points, highlighting the deeper straw hue, wet stone, ripe peach, melon rind, full-bodied rounded mouthfeel, lifted freshness, flowers, and warming spice on the finish.

James Suckling scores it 92 points, noting its full layered quality with sliced cooked apple and lemon aromas, plus flavors of cooked apple, lemon skin, and mineral undertones. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also bestows 92 points on this 98% estate fruit expression, perfumed with fresh quince, yellow apples, cashews, acacia, and bread dough. The light body offers crunchy fruit, subtle roundness, tangy freshness, and an ethereal lingering close that's effortlessly approachable.

At 14.50% ABV in a 750 ml bottle, Paul Hobbs CrossBarn Chardonnay delivers precision and poise, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a Sonoma Coast Chardonnay that balances richness and refreshment. Whether elevating a quiet dinner or sparking conversation at gatherings, its layered nuances invite repeated exploration. Secure this United States treasure from California today and let its coastal vitality shine through.

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