2017 Peter Michael, Cuvee Indigene, Knights Valley 1x750ml

Robert Parker 99

The 2017 Chardonnay Cuvee Indigene springs from the glass with graceful lemon and pear drops scents followed by wafts of honeycomb, ginger ale, jasmine and nutmeg plus hints of sassafras, fragrant hay and almond croissant. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has impressive elegance for this generally more decadent vintage, featuring loads of mineral and savory sparks and seamless freshness, finishing long and with an edifying perfume. 517 cases were made. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 28/01/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2033

Vinous 94

The 2017 Chardonnay Cuvee Indigene is a powerful, dense wine that will appeal most to readers who enjoy big, rich Chardonnays. The most reticent and closed of these 2017s, the Cuvee Indigene is going to need to need at least a few years in the cellar to be at its best. Dried pear, dried citrus peel and sage are some of the many notes that add complexity. Cuvee Indigene is essentially a selection of the oldest Wente Clone Chardonnay from Belle-Cote. [Antonio Galloni, 20/05/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2029