Lovely nose of golden apples, baked pears, sweet spices, blanched almonds, warm herbs and some lemons. Medium-bodied with bright acidity. Fresh lemon character at the center and a caressing, silky texture enveloping the palate. Well-balanced, lively and precise. Drink or hold.

The 2021 Chardonnay Tina-Louise Shea Vineyard lifts from the glass with a savory blend of freshly sliced green apples, split pine and contrasting hints of mint. Round, pliant textures and succulent ripe orchard fruits wash across the palate as confectionary spice comes forward toward the close. This tapers off potent and long yet remarkably fresh, leaving touches of young kiwi to fade. - By Eric Guido on January 2024

Silver/green-tinged in color, the 2021 Chardonnay Tina-Louise is zesty on opening, with notes of lime, wet stone, green apples, and saline. Medium-bodied and lean on the palate, it’s charming and fresh in style, with a delicate, melon-noted feel and a clean, easygoing finish. Drink now or over the next 5-6 years. 558 cases were produced.

Aged in French oak, concrete and stainless steel, the Tina-Louise possesses a silky texture, tangy acidity and a lemonade aroma punctuated by notes of mint and pine needles. Lemon-shortbread and lemon-basil flavors are joined by a savory marjoram note. Pair with a three hour cruise. — Michael Alberty