Walter Scott, Cuvee Anne Chardonnay other_regions_italy Textbook Clos des Ormes

Textbook Clos des Ormes

repeating floral nuances and smooth tannins

I suspect this will come close to the quality of the Hill of Grace at a fraction of the price

Here the soil speaks quite clearly

and the 2022 El Escolladero is slightly higher in alcohol than the 2021 at 14

Walter Scott, Cuvee Anne Chardonnay other_regions_italy Textbook Clos des OrmesThe 2021 Chardonnay Cuve Anne opens with an engaging blend of savory lime zests, mint and hints of chamomile complicating green apples. Soft and round, this flows across the palate with a mineral tinged combination of ripe orchard fruits and liquid stone. Zesty and citrus tinged, it finishes with a subtle tension while leaving the palate perfectly refreshed. This is a great introduction to the Walter Scott style at a more digestible price point.