Checkmate Knight’s Challenge Chardonnay 2018

The von Mandl family began their journey over 40 years ago. The first sign of the real potential of the vineyards came in 1994 with a surprise win at the International Wine & Spirit Competition in London for ‘Top Chardonnay in the World.’ The family has developed exceptional vineyards with distinctive Chardonnay and Merlot clones, some of which are now over 40 years old, at what are now CheckMate Artisanal Winery vineyards.

This is an enticing Chardonnay with aromas of sagebrush, cold tea and lychee underscored by subtle fruit and lifted oak notes. The palate is vibrant and textural, displaying mineral and sea salt characters, backed by herbs, cloves and fruit in the background.