2019 | Paul Lato Le Souvenir Sierra Madre Chardonnay | Santa Maria Valley Giuseppe Cortese The subtlety of its aromas

The subtlety of its aromas are reminiscent of floral notes and candied fruits

cloves and chocolate orange on the nose

with a vibrant

dry and smooth

crisp but ripe pears

2019 | Paul Lato Le Souvenir Sierra Madre Chardonnay | Santa Maria Valley Giuseppe Cortese The subtlety of its aromasThe 2019 Chardonnay Le Souvenir Sierra Madre Vineyard just about jumps out of the glass with its orchard and citrus fruits, spice, and rocky, mineral, marine like aromas and flavors. Coming from a site outside of Santa Maria, it's medium to full bodied, has wonderful purity and precision, integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's unquestionably up with the top Chardonnay in the vintage and will keep for 5 7 years, although I see no need to delay