Fingers Crossed Brain Teaser Chardonnay 2023
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Origin
Country: USA
Region and Appellation: California
Product Description
Fingers Crossed continues its ascent as a cult icon, with Nikolas Krankl applying the artisanal mastery of Sine Qua Non to the Brain Teaser Chardonnay 2023. This "total knock-out" earned an impressive 95-97+ points from Vinous, which hailed it as "explosively aromatic" and laden with stone fruit. A complex blend of 75% Chardonnay with Roussanne and Marsanne, the winemaking utilizes 63% new French oak to craft a "layered, rich, yet elegant mouthfeel."
The profile is defined by "Chardonnay creaminess" and "Roussanne oiliness," perfectly lifted by generous freshness. Jeb Dunnuck describes a "rocking nose of candied lemon zest, minty herbs, and blanched almond," leading to a "juicy, lip-smacking finish." This golden-hued wine balances medium-to-full-bodied richness with floral nuances of chamomile and white flowers. It is a stunning, sophisticated white that promises to shine immediately while possessing "a solid decade or more of longevity."
Grapes, Sweetness & Size
- Grapes: Chardonnay, Roussanne, and Marsanne
- Sweetness: Dry
- Size: 750mL
