Thomas Fogarty Winery - Chardonnay "Langley Hill Vineyard" 2022 (750ml)
Price: $69.99
| Producer | Thomas Fogarty Winery |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 205219 |
| Size | 750ml |
 |
Thomas Fogarty Winery Description
In 1976 Dr Thomas Fogarty, a practicing heart surgeon and noted inventor of medical devices decided that he would dedicate his approximately 350 acres in the north end of the Santa Cruz Mountains to open space. For inclusion in the “Williamson Act”, the property would need an active agricultural purpose. The idea appealed to Dr Fogarty, but he was undecided as to what types of crops he would cultivate. Initially, Dr Fogarty considered planting the entire property to Kiwi fruit, but thankfully he reconsidered after a few fellow Stanford physicians introduced him to the wines of Burgundy and local producers David Bruce, Mount Eden and Ridge.
Wine Advocate: 93 Points
The only vineyard-designate Fogarty produced in this challenging vintage, the 2022 Chardonnay Langley Hill Vineyard mirrors the rest of the limited Chardonnay range with its tropical, exuberant profile, though it offers more layers and nuances than the other bottlings. The palate is rich and confectionery, culminating in a creamy, caramelized finish invigorated by a backbone of balancing salinity.
Vinous: 92 Points
The 2022 Chardonnay Langley Hill Vineyard is one of the bigger, more powerful Chardonnays in the range. It doesn't have the drive or linearity of some of the steelier, more mineral whites from more favorable growing seasons, but it's absolutely charming in its voluptuous nature. Orange confit, hazelnut and bruléed pineapple open, leaving a coating of crushed rock minerality that stains the insides of the cheeks. A hint of buttered toast lingers right on the finish.
