The 2018 The Sage embodies these qualities and then some and is the most nuanced Chardonnay to date. Aromas of lemon oil, fennel frond, apricot, turbinado sugar, lime blossom, orange zest, nutmeg and biscuit waft from the glass. The palate is hugely silky with wonderful balance, energy and perfume. These Old Wente vines from 1980 continue to produce gorgeous fruit, making us feel so lucky to be able to work with this fantastic site.
