The Hess Collection Panthera Chardonnay, Russian River Valley,2022 USA Azienda Agricola Monteraponi followed by dark notes of

followed by dark notes of kola nut

tense with a lithe balance and framed by gentle tannin structure—a youthful and versatile wine offering much pleasure

with vines with an average age of 38 years

Despite attempts to cultivate this distinctive variety in the Northern Rhône and Italy

fresh mirabelle plum

The Hess Collection Panthera Chardonnay, Russian River Valley,2022 USA Azienda Agricola Monteraponi followed by dark notes ofPanthera Chardonnay showcases the dynamism and energy of the Russian River Valley as this wine displays both a vibrant aspect of fruit and a confident oak profile. This wine presents beautiful layers of crisp, bright Asian pear and golden apple that lead to luscious notes of lemon curd developed from malolactic fermentation. The deft baseline of toasted oak introduces notes of buttered French toast and hints of crme brle, which are complemented by a