STA. RITA HILLS GOODLAND CHARDONNAY 2012

91 Points - Josh Raynolds - Vinous - “(all Wente clone chardonnay from the Sanford & Benedict vineyard; fermented and aged in neutral oak): Green-tinged straw. Musky pear, melon and lemon curd aromas are complicated by notes of iodine and white flowers. Sappy and expansive on the palate, offering juicy orchard and citrus fruit flavors plus suggestions of sweet butter and ginger. Taut and mineral-driven on the extremely long finish, with he floral note repeating.”