{"product_id":"vivier-gaps-crown-chardonnay-2023-sonoma-coast-california-js-95-jd-94","title":"Vivier Gap's Crown Chardonnay 2023 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [JS 96] [WA 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGap’s Crown, tucked on the western hillside of Sonoma Mountain, is fanned by the cool ocean breezes that push through the Petaluma Gap. This is a favorite of Stéphane because of the long growing season, rocky soil and inhospitable weather. The block is between 980-1180 feet above sea level with rows on the ridgeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinerally on the nose jasmine, clove and citrus bloom—flinty. The palate shows a lovely density and purity of fruit, intermixing with salty mineral and white flowers—weightless. The acidity is sharp and precise making for a spectacular finish. Timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBOUQUET: Mineral infused orchard fruit, jasmine, clove, citrus blossom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEEL: Precise, resonant, citrus honey, peach, pear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALCOHOL: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAT THE TABLE: Poached lobster, scallops, poultry, pasta dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElegant, structured and alive with crisp apple, apricot and floral aromas. It offers generous fruit and mineral flavors on a medium body. So fresh, balanced and linear in expression. Drinkable now, but best from 2028.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Chardonnay Gap's Crown was matured for 18 months in 20% new French oak. It has slowly unfurling scents of orchard fruit, white tea, beeswax, flint and floral perfume. The medium-bodied palate is silky with dynamic, saline-laced flavors, electric acidity and a very long, ethereal finish. 122 cases were made. 2025-2035.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GRAVITAS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53502951293293,"sku":null,"price":81.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/a509943.png?v=1782941592","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/vivier-gaps-crown-chardonnay-2023-sonoma-coast-california-js-95-jd-94","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}