Amphora Chardonnay VQA 2023

… fermented and aged in sandstone amphora for eight months while on its lees with occasional stirring … nice vein of fresh salinity and seashells to go with pear, quince, bergamot in an elegant style. It has gorgeous texture with just a hint of reduction adding complexity to the ripe melange of orchard fruits, citrus zest and crushed stones through a lively, lifted finish. Score – 92. (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Aug. 19, 2025)