Peter Michael Ma Belle-Fille Chardonnay 2018
Vintage
2018
Critic Score
8.8/10
Vivino
4.6/5
Flavor Profile
Reviews (1)
Knights Valley terroir meets Burgundian elegance in crystalline precision.
Aromatics leap from glass. Meyer lemon curd mingles with fresh brioche, wild honeysuckle threading through limestone minerality. White peach emerges slowly, building complexity. Palate strikes perfect chord - neither lean nor heavy. Creamy texture carries bright acidity. Stone fruit deepens mid-palate while maintaining crystalline clarity. Mineral spine runs through generous fruit. Oak integration seamless - supporting, never intruding. Finish extends endlessly. Citrus pith, wet stones, hint of toasted almonds. This 2018 shows Peter Michael's mastery. Knights Valley vineyard speaks clearly through restrained winemaking. Drink now for exuberance or cellar decade for full evolution. Burgundian soul in California body.
๐ท You crave Burgundian elegance but want California sunshine and textural richness.
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.