The Stonestreet Upper Barn Chardonnay 2018 is a stunning representation of Sonoma County's exceptional winemaking. With a bright and pale golden hue, this wine immediately captivates the senses with its vibrant aromas of ripe peaches, honeydew melon, and a hint of vanilla. As the wine opens up, notes of lemon zest and toasted oak emerge, adding complexity and depth to the bouquet.
On the palate, this Chardonnay is rich and full-bodied, showcasing flavors of juicy pineapple, baked apple, and a touch of butterscotch. The judicious use of oak imparts a creamy texture and a subtle hint of spice, balancing out the wine's natural acidity and creating a harmonious and elegant finish.
Crafted from grapes grown on the renowned Stonestreet Estate Vineyards, this 2018 vintage is a true testament to the region's terroir and the winemakers' expertise. It is a must-try for any Chardonnay lover looking for a bold and beautifully crafted wine.
Critic Reviews
97 POINTS
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2018 Chardonnay Upper Barn Vineyard was aged for 10 months in French oak, 46% new. It has a very classy nose of ripe peaches, fresh yellow apples and allspice followed by fresh ginger, cashew and acacia honey plus a waft of sea spray. Full-bodied, rich, satiny and with fantastic intensity and tension, it finishes very long and chalky. YUM! 600 cases were made.
96 POINTS
Virginie Boone - Wine Enthusiast
From a site planted at 1,800-feet elevation, this impressively built and structured wine is complex, with floral openings of apple blossom and pear. The richness of stone fruit continues on the palate, with notes of rocky soil, mineral and acidity wrapped around a core of elegance and length.
95 POINTS
Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous
The 2018 Chardonnay Upper Barn Vineyard is a tremendous wine. It offers a stunning combination of textural richness, vibrancy and energy. All the best elements of the Stonestreet house style come through in a Chardonnay that is incredibly distinctive.
93 POINTS
Ronan Sayburn MS - Decanter
A precise, subtle wine with great balance between ripe pineapple and mango, crunchy saline acidity and a hint of roasted nut and vanilla oak. A youthful wine that can be drunk now but will reveal more exotic complexity and nutty character with age.
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Tasting Notes
The Stonestreet Upper Barn Chardonnay 2018 is a stunning representation of Sonoma County's exceptional winemaking. With a bright and pale golden hue, this wine immediately captivates the senses with its vibrant aromas of ripe peaches, honeydew melon, and a hint of vanilla. As the wine opens up, notes of lemon zest and toasted oak emerge, adding complexity and depth to the bouquet.
On the palate, this Chardonnay is rich and full-bodied, showcasing flavors of juicy pineapple, baked apple, and a touch of butterscotch. The judicious use of oak imparts a creamy texture and a subtle hint of spice, balancing out the wine's natural acidity and creating a harmonious and elegant finish.
Crafted from grapes grown on the renowned Stonestreet Estate Vineyards, this 2018 vintage is a true testament to the region's terroir and the winemakers' expertise. It is a must-try for any Chardonnay lover looking for a bold and beautifully crafted wine.