Covenant Zahav Late Harvest Chardonnay (375mL Mini Bottle) 2018

At the Scopus Vineyard, high atop Sonoma Mountain in California, our Chardonnay harvest ends early in the growing season. But in some years, we let the grapes on a few vine rows hang longer than we normally do for the dry Covenant Chardonnay Lavan. These late harvest grapes achieve ultra-high levels of sugar, which give a lush sweetness and make this an exceptional dessert wine.

This is an elegantly-styled, moderately sweet wine, showing hints of stone fruit, lemons and honey. It is medium-bodied and fresh on the finish. A perfect end to a great meal. But it also makes a lovely aperitif to start off with before dinner—or just for sipping with friends.

92 Points Wine Enthusiast