2018 | Hess Persson Panthera Chardonnay | Russian River Fleurie Derived from the 2013 vintage

Derived from the 2013 vintage and disgorged in March 2019

with aromas of crunchy dried fall leaves and wet clay mixing it up with ripe blackberries and tart cranberries

and stony notes evolve along with some beeswax and marzipan accents

smoldering finish

eye-opening young wine that's delicious and appetizing

2018 | Hess Persson Panthera Chardonnay | Russian River Fleurie Derived from the 2013 vintageThe wine opens with enticing aromas of baked apple, pear, and citrus zest layered with notes of toasted almond, honeycomb, and vanilla. On the palate, Panthera Chardonnay delivers a luxurious mouthfeel with flavors of ripe peach, lemon curd, and crme brle, supported by vibrant acidity and a touch of minerality. The finish is long, smooth, and sophisticated, leaving hints of spice and oak.