May 29, 2024

Saxon Brown Roberts Road Vineyard Chardonnay 2021

SANGIACOMO ROBERTS ROAD VINEYARD SONOMA COAST

97

The most Burgundian of Jeff Gaffner’s six chardonnays, this is complex in stony mineral flavors and has a slight chalky bite to the texture. Made from clones Dijon 95 and Robert Young, it’s full-bodied but has a Chablis-like intensity, freshness and slight grip that’s appetizing and palate-cleansing. Great structure and balance set it up well for further aging. Drink or hold. $75