Tyler Winery La Rinconada Chardonnay 2021Founded by Justin Willett in 2005, Tyler Winery is one of the most acclaimed producers in Californias new wave of terroir focused winemaking. Based in Lompoc, the estate produces small lot wines that capture the nuance and energy of Santa Barbaras coastal vineyards. While Tyler first gained recognition for his crystalline Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, Willetts exploration of Cabernet Sauvignon from Happy Canyon reveals his craftsmanship and sensitivity

Characteristically

In contrast to the often blocky and tannic wines from Ribera

a steadfast commitment to sustainability runs through every facet of their winemaking journey

The nose opens with aromas of crisp apple

citrus zest with a touch of that classic Riesling petrol and flint

the idea is that a butt from this solera used to be locked away as someone from the Valdespino family wanted to keep the wine to themselves

The Elements series is about creating elegant wines to pair with food

including the young and fresh 'Costa della Sesia

000 cases in a generous year

with equal parts Pinot Noir and Tempranillo

however the legend goes that barrels of wine were left on the beaches before shipping and rainwater would be absorbed by the wood and impart an extra quality to the wine

over 70 years old