2020 Aubert Powder House Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
99 Points - The Wine Independent: The 2020 Chardonnay Powder House rockets out with powerful notes of key lime pie, jasmine tea, and candied orange peel, plus notes of oyster shell, nutmeg, fresh ginger, and citron blossom. The full-bodied palate is viscous and opulent with layer upon layer of citrus and savory flavors, lifted by a refreshing backbone, finishing long with loads of mineral nuances. This vineyard, on Goldridge soils near downtown Forestville, was planted in 2013. There are basically 2 clones, Hyde and Mt Eden, on 420 A & 114 rootstocks, and the row direction is due north.
94 Points - Wine Spectator: This has a richness to the salted toffee and honey-drizzled apricot, lemon curd and peach flavors, but it's tempered by a savory, crunchy mineral sea salt detail and a vibrant, mouthwatering frame that lingers on the long, fresh finish. Drink now.