2018 | Hess Persson Panthera Chardonnay | Russian River Fleurie powerful wine from this estate

powerful wine from this estate that ticks all the right boxes

The nose reveals a fruity bouquet

In the early spring

eye-opening young wine that's delicious and appetizing

and stony notes evolve along with some beeswax and marzipan accents

2018 | Hess Persson Panthera Chardonnay | Russian River Fleurie powerful wine from this estateThe wine opens with enticing aromas of baked apple, pear, and citrus zest layered with notes of toasted almond, honeycomb, and vanilla. On the palate, Panthera Chardonnay delivers a luxurious mouthfeel with flavors of ripe peach, lemon curd, and crme brle, supported by vibrant acidity and a touch of minerality. The finish is long, smooth, and sophisticated, leaving hints of spice and oak.