Pale gold in the glass with aromas of lemon, orange blossom, and chamomile, complemented by fresh-cut pear, apple, ginger, and spice. The palate is lush and vibrant, showcasing apricot and citrus in the midpalate before resolving with bright acidity and a long-lasting finish. Drink now through 2030.
From 100-point winemaker Julien Fayard and a prime spot in Carneros, this is a Chardonnay newcomer that drinks like two or three times the price. With 95 points from Wine Spectator, it belongs with its brethren at and above the $100 level—we’re talking about Peter Michael and Aubert, some of the greatest Chardonnays made outside of Burgundy!