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2011 Diatom Chardonnay Hamon Sta. Rita Hills
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2011 Diatom Chardonnay Hamon Sta. Rita Hills

Producer: Diatom
Style: White Wine
Grape Type: Chardonnay
Origin: California
Region: Central Coast
Appellation: Santa Rita Hills

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92 Points | International Wine Cellar , November/December 2012

(16.3% alcohol):  Green-tinged yellow.  Exuberant pear, peach nectar and honey on the nose, with anise, ginger and floral qualities adding complexity.  Zesty ginger- and mineral-accented orchard fruit flavors possess striking depth and surprising clarity, showing a wild blend of richness and vivacity.  Finishes with impressive energy and persistence, leaving poached pear and lemon curd notes behind.

88 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

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