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2021 Joey Tensley, Fundamental Chardonnay, Central Coast, California, USA

  • White
  • Dry
  • Medium Bodied
  • Chardonnay
Ready - youthful (Drink 2023 - 2028)
Jancis Robinson MW
17/20
Erin Brooks
92/100
Product: 20218162829

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Description

The 2021 Fundamental Chardonnay may say ‘Central Coast’ on the label but, in reality, it was made from 100% Santa Barbara fruit this vintage. The nose is fine, lemony and elegant, leading to a fresh palate of pear and pithy, green apples. The texture is fine and rounded and the wine feels very pure. A refreshing note of tart apple lingers with a savoury twist on the rewarding finish.

Drink now until 2026

Catriona Felstead MW, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (March 2023)

Colour White
Sweetness Dry
Vintage 2021
Alcohol % 13.5%
Maturity Ready - youthful (2023 - 2028)
Grape List Chardonnay
Body Medium Bodied
Producer Tensley Wines

Critics reviews

Jancis Robinson MW 17/20
Made from 100% Santa Barbara fruit, this vintage. Fundamental is Joey Tensley’s range of quality, value wines, intended to’ over-deliver at every level’.As tense as the white Rhône blend on the nose, that glorious creaminess and come-hither quality of California Chardonnay on the palate. It’s really charming and very good value.Drink 2023 - 2026jancis_robinson_mw MW, JancisRobinson.com (September 2023)
Drink 2023 - 2026
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com (Sep 2023)
Erin Brooks 92/100
The 2021 Fundamental Chardonnay features quince, apricot, green herbs and baker’s yeast scents. The medium-bodied palate balances savoury beeswax and apple character with bright, citrusy acidity and finishes with a touch of texture that will help this pair with dishes from pasta to chicken.Drink 2022 - 2027erin_brooks, Wine Advocate (December 2022)
Drink 2023 - 2026
Erin Brooks, RobertParker.com (Dec 2022)

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