2015 The Hilt Vanguard Chardonnay Santa Barbara County

95 Points  Wine Enthusiast

Very tightly wound on the nose, this impressive bottling by Matt Dees of Jonata fame starts with fresh and seabreeze-like aromas, from lime zest and pink lemonade to wet slate and cool steel. The sip is energetic and racy like a classic Chablis, showing lemon balm, honeysuckle and well integrated oak across a texturally compelling platform. (MK)   Review Date: 05/2018