2023 Estate Chardonnay

The 2023 Chardonnay expresses the cooler growing season.

Opening with notes of poached pear, candied almond, the first sip reveals further flavors of honeydew, brioche, and a little nutmeg.

Across the palate the acidity is zesty, but not too sharp. It is complimented by a slightly oily texture from lees stirring. Absent malolactic fermentation, it maintains a fruit-forward and refreshing profile.

93 points — Lisa Perotti-Brown

"The 2023 Chardonnay skips out with bright, cheery notes of fresh white peaches, ripe pears, and honeysuckle, plus hints of chalk dust and marzipan. The medium- to full-bodied palate delivers a crisp backbone and satiny texture to frame the elegantly styled orchard fruit flavors, finishing savory."

92 points — James Suckling

"Layers of preserved lemons, beeswax, lanolin and baking spices. The palate is textural and rounded, with balanced acidity and a fruit-driven, generous finish. Try sooner rather than later for optimal freshness. Drink now."