Meyer Chardonnay Deklava Clone Anarchist Mountain Vineyard 2020, Osoyoos $31.39 I 89/100

UPC: 626990389545 The first single-vineyard Chardonnay to come off Anarchist Mountain was initially planted in 1985 by Anton Dekleva. The unknown clone has since been named the Dekleva clone, and is being grown with great success by Checkmate Winery on the Golden Mile Bench. Before 2020, the fruit was blended into Meyer's Okanagan Valley label. However, winemaker Chris Carson decided the fruit deserved to stand on its own, and so it has rested unstirred for 11 months in 25 per cent new French oak. The nose is fresh with green apple undertones. The palate is creamy with pear butter and a touch of spice. Not quite as polished as other Meyer Chardonnays, but it will be fun to drink earlier.