Peter Michael Ma Belle-Fille Chardonnay 2016
Vintage
2016
Critic Score
8.8/10
Vivino
4.6/5
Flavor Profile
Reviews (1)
Knights Valley's mineral backbone meets Burgundian finesse in this stunning 2016.
Lemon curd richness hits first. Brioche undertones from careful lees aging. Honeysuckle blooms mid-palate - not cloying, elegant. Knights Valley's volcanic soils deliver serious mineral spine. White peach emerges with air time. Texture is silk wrapped around steel. Oak integration flawless - supports, never overwhelms. Acidity cuts through richness cleanly. Finish lingers with citrus zest and wet stone. This 2016 vintage captures perfect ripeness without excess. Will develop beautifully through 2028. Peter Michael's meticulous vineyard work shows. Single-vineyard precision in every sip. California Chardonnay at its absolute peak.
๐ท You want California Chardonnay that rivals white Burgundy for complexity and elegance.
Pairs with: Butter-poached lobster, Roasted chicken with herbs, Aged Gruyรจre, Seared scallops with cauliflower purรฉe
About the Producer
Peter Michael Winery
Knights Valley estate. Bordeaux and Burgundy varieties. Founded 1982 by Sir Peter Michael.