Villa Creek Cellars 'Maha' Before Anyone Else, Adelaida District, USA 2021 Aldo Rainoldi as the wine opens up

as the wine opens up pear and jasmine notes appear

What makes it profound is its complex fragrance of roasted nuts and sweet fruit

From a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation

juicy and deep-set array of fine and sleek tannins that build nice and even into the finish

pine needles and graphite

Villa Creek Cellars 'Maha' Before Anyone Else, Adelaida District, USA 2021 Aldo Rainoldi as the wine opens upThe 100% Clairette from this estate, the 2021 Before Anyone Else is rocking stuff and reminds me of some of the top whites from Chteauneuf du Pape. Tart pineapple, caramelized citrus, white flowers, and ample chalky mineral notes emerge on the nose, and its medium bodied, with plenty of richness and depth on the mid palate, terrific balance, and a great finish. It should have 3 5 years of longevity, but I see no need todelay gratification. 94 Pts Jeb