From grapes harvested on September 25 and October 16, the 2023 Chardonnay The Estate is gorgeous! “Typically, you don’t talk about structure in Chardonnay, but with Wayfarer you do,” says winemaker Todd Kohn. “You have...

The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Concrete Aged emerges from mostly older vines and sees a bit of skin contact on the press. Apricot, chamomile, dried flowers, mint and a kiss of tangerine peel are beautifully amplified in the...

Grapes for the 2023 Chardonnay Russian River Valley were harvested over the course of a month, from initial picks on September 13 to the last pick on October 14. It was barrel-fermented, underwent full malolactic...

A stunning version, with notes of candied orange peel, Bartlett pear, lemon blossoms and lemon curd that are fresh, pure and lively. Then a chorus of complexity comes in, including buttered, toasted brioche, dried lemon...

( 96+ points) My favorite of these recent releases from The Hilt is the 2023 Chardonnay Bentrock Vineyard, which perfectly encapsulates the maritime nature of the western Sta. Rita Hills. Dominated by crystalline aromas...

This Chardonnay sourced from a high-density estate parcel delivers aromas of green apple, Meyer lemon white flowers and river rocks on the nose, The palate brings thrumming acidity with flavors of pithy pomelo, lemon...

A stunning white, offering a refined mix of white tea, lime leaf, Meyer lemon and Himalayan salt, with details of vetiver and yuzu curd, plus a whiff of lemon blossoms. Lime leaf, sleek and mouthwatering acidity, and a...

The 2023 Chardonnay Rochioli Vineyard is outstanding, waxy and long on the palate, with layered depth and a true Grand Cru sense of place. Poached pear, hazelnut, savory undertones, and remarkable purity all emerge, and...

Lavish and mouthwatering, this Chardonnay joins rich, layers of flavor with palate coating structure and length. Honeysuckle, warm apples, toasted spices and a flinty finish are refreshed by a juicy finish. — Elaine...

The 2023 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard is light on its feet, with appealing lift and spice, as well as flinty wet stones, dewy earth, salted lime, lemon meringue, key lime, and fresh pastry notes. A bright but pale yellow...

Fresh and vibrant satsuma tangerine, Meyer lemon, pear pastry and ginger notes mingle with Honeycrisp apple and lemon sherbet, with accents of brioche, sweet cream and spices on a supple, elegant frame. Drink now through...

This unfiltered Chardonnay explodes from the glass with brilliant aromas of fresh lime peel, orange blossom, chalk and green pear. The palate displays all of that acid-driven freshness, with flavors of juicy tangerine and...

For fans of Chardonnay without malolactic fermentation, Shafer's 2024 Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch remains a standard-bearer. Ripe pineapple, pear and honeysuckle mark the nose, while the full-bodied palate is loaded...

Offers lemon sherbet, salted butterscotch and lemon blossom notes that are fresh and aromatic, with a seamlessness to the supple texture and fresh acidity. Reveals a touch of vanilla crème anglaise and fresh, fleshy...

This nimble Chardonnay brings lively aromas of fresh pear, tart pineapple, Meyer lemon zest and lemon balm on the nose, while the palate brings a punch of electric acidity, green energy and flavors of fresh apple...

One of the top-rated Napa Valley examples of this variety, Lail's 2023 Georgia Sauvignon Blanc raises the bar for what is a perennial beacon of quality. Complex accents of crushed stone, struck match and pencil shavings...

The 2023 Chardonnay Woolsey Road Vineyard is bright, savory, and a different beast altogether, with focused, refreshing acidity and a floating, lifted feel. Notes of green pear, lime, lemon pith, tarragon, and mint all...

From an estate vineyard in St. Helena, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Hourglass Estate sports a deep purple hue as well as a stunning nose of ripe currants, smoked tobacco, spicy wood, and graphite. Based on 97% Cabernet...

Earthy aromas of riverbed and crushed stone open up into lemon blossom and citrus peel on the nose of this estate bottling. There's a lime pith grip to the palate, where ample citrus edges cut into the dried apple...

Named after Claire, Luc’s daughter, who has now become a part of the winery as of this year, the 2023 Chardonnay Ma Princesse also has a hazy bright yellow hue and comes from the Ritchie Vineyard in the Russian River...

Arista's Russian River Chardonnay is blended from their portfolio of single-vineyard wines, rather than from purchased or declassified fruit. The 2019 Chardonnay Russian River Valley incorporates around 18% to 20% new oak...

Intense and vibrant, with a mouthwatering mix of lemon sorbet, yuzu and pear that leaps out of the glass. Hints of toasted green tea, spices, almond paste and shortbread linger, but it's the laser beam focus of the...

Fresh pineapple, pear and apricot flavors are supple and aromatic, with a vibrant thread of acidity. Orange blossom, kumquat and tangerine notes sing on the finish, where details of candied ginger and burnt sugar linger...

The 2023 Chardonnay Estate is a crystal-clear representation of the new Chardonnay approach at The Hilt, bursting from the glass with a quintessential bouquet of dried kelp, iodine, citrus rinds and green orchard fruits...

This is a lesson in white Rhône blends, utilizing the Roussanne and Grenache Blanc base with accents from Picpoul, Clairette, Picardan and Bourboulenc. Aromas of baked orange and almond dust make for a warm nose before...

The 2022 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard comes from Old Wente and a few Musqué selection vines planted in 1972 on gravelly, sandy Goldridge loam. The grapes were harvested on August 20, before the devastating Labor Day heat...