Ridge Monte Bello Chardonnay 2021 is a Chardonnay from the Santa Cruz Mountains in California. This wine shows the tension of the 2021 vintage, with aromas of white peach, grapefruit and a distinct flintiness that mirrors the cool, maritime climate. The palate is layered and rich, yet defined by a bracing acidity that cuts through the concentration, proving that the region can produce wines with the same structural rigour as some of the best sites in Europe.