The defining production step is the aging: a minimum of 14 months in a combination of new French oak and new American oak barrels

with the natural cherry essence lingering well beyond expectations for a flavored vodka

Critical recognition from Wine Enthusiast (90 points) and Wine-Pages (91 points) confirms the quality

and elegant finish make it a strong standalone sipper

Finish: The finish carries lingering kumquat zest and a clean mineral streak that keeps the wine fresh

Macphail Gap's Crown Chardonnay 2012 baltic-states-vodka The defining production step isMacPhail Gap's Crown Chardonnay 2012 is a 100% Chardonnay from Sonoma Coast, California, bottled at 14. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Scoring 91 points from i WineReview and 90 points from Wine Enthusiast, this single vineyard expression highlights the distinctive terroir of the acclaimed Gap's Crown Vineyard in the Petaluma Gap. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 5% Origin: Petaluma Gap, Sonoma Coast, California Vintage: 2012 Producer: MacPhail Family Wines