2022 | Paul Lato 'Kokoro' Chardonnay | Santa Barbara County Domaine Lelievre underpinned by firm tension that

underpinned by firm tension that carries the long finish of tasty brioche and more candied ginger character

Soils are primarily decomposed white limestone

Disgorged in October 2021

On the medium-bodied palate

the 2021 Lyra is perfectly balanced with an elegance often found in some of our favorite wines

2022 | Paul Lato 'Kokoro' Chardonnay | Santa Barbara County Domaine Lelievre underpinned by firm tension thatThe 2022 Chardonnay Kokoro comes from a best blend selection put together by Lato that spent 19 months in oak, 50% being new. This beauty just jumps out of the glass with a gorgeous array of ripe stone fruits, buttered almonds, flower oil, toasted brioche, and a touch of creamed corn. These all carry over to the palate, where the wine is medium bodied, has the vintage's forward, charming style, remarkable purity and precision, and a great finish. It's