(Dierberg Chardonnay) Very slightly cloudy lemon yellow color; appealing, tart lemon, quince, preserved lemon nose; tart quince, lime, mineral palate with medium acidity; needs 1-plus year and should age nicely; medium-plus finish 90+ points (14.5% alcohol; 25% new oak; 10 mos in barrel, 4 mos in steel, on lees)
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Report 36: Wines of Santa Barbara, 5/1/2013, (See more on i-WineReview.com...)
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