This 2023 Chardonnay is the first of the new Clima Fro series, and they couldnt ask for a better vintage to debut this concept. Coming from two vineyards in the Western fringes of Santa Barbara County, this Chardonnay speaks to the nearby oceans influence. Coastal scents of sea spray and chalk are layered over candied lemon, almond blossoms, and leesiness that evokes sugar cookies. On the palate theres great harmony between nervy citrus leanings and fleshy notes of stone fruit. Tense isnt the right word; everything is too integrated. The balance is terrific and the wine closes with delicate spice, leesy richness and refreshing stony minerality.