Rhys Vineyards, Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains, 2021 msk_champ_ps_22 It’s lean but not austere—there’s

It’s lean but not austere—there’s depth here

This remarkable wine

Made using traditional methods

and framed by fine tannins

then fermented and aged at least a year in French oak

Rhys Vineyards, Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains, 2021 msk_champ_ps_22 It’s lean but not austere—there’sRhys Vineyards crafts Chardonnay from its cooler Santa Cruz Mountains estate, known for steep, granitic soils and elevation influenced freshness. The 2021 vintage delivers clarity and tension, showcasing the sites clean minerality. Hand picked fruit is fermented with native yeasts in small barrelsabout 20% new French oakand aged on lees for added texture. This mid tier bottling expresses refined orchard notes and bright acidity, reflecting Rhyss