La Follette Los Primeros Chard '22

Sourced from the cool, wind-swept Petaluma Gap, this Chardonnay showcases coastal California's Burgundian potential. Pale gold with green flecks, it presents a kaleidoscopic nose of lemon curd, toasted hazelnut, wet river stones, and a subtle struck-match reduction from wild yeast fermentation. The palate is both rich and razor-sharp—textured with flavors of baked Golden Delicious apple, marzipan, and a touch of crème fraîche, yet electrified by searing acidity (TA 6.9 g/L) that Vinous (95 pts) calls "Grand Cru Chablis meets Corton-Charlemagne." Aged 11 months in 25% new French oak (Seguin Moreau), it's already approachable but built to evolve (2025–2035). Pair with seared scallops in brown butter or truffle-infused risotto. 325 cases made.