Cousino-Macul Chardonnay Chard 2018 hashval_39477B11ACD8B3CC2031B26518231AD4F0230A0A Without the normal heat spikes

Without the normal heat spikes in July and August

with mineral-driven gunflint and iodine notes intensifying the brisk

Medium lemon color

The mid-palate confirms the initial aromas of sweet quince jelly

Cousino-Macul Chardonnay Chard 2018 hashval_39477B11ACD8B3CC2031B26518231AD4F0230A0A Without the normal heat spikesNice on the nose with a "balanced" passion fruit! Surprising somehow to have some of the great characteristics of the most popular chardonnays, namely oaky vanilla, though not to the extent of buttery and complex, despite that I guess the lees has been stirred to some extent. This means this wine is tropical and balanced but is made to incline to the buttery and complex style. Body is still light though. My girl matched it well with a squid ink