2022 Pahlmeyer Winery Chardonnay Napa

Chardonnay - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 97 DC 95 VN 95 WE 94 WS 94 WA 93
JS 97

jamessuckling.com, July 2024

Extremely rich, ripe and creamy, this luxurious wine ferments and ages in 90% new French barrels, and a majority of the grapes come from Old Wente clone vines from Atlas Peak AVA vineyards. Aromas of butterscotch, vanilla...
DC 95

Decanter, December 2023

Having toured Stagecoach vineyard with Pahlmeyer winemaker Katie Vogt and talked at length about her strict focus on expressing site, I couldn't stop thinking about the Chardonnay wines I'd sampled. Near the end of the...
VN 95

Vinous, December 2024

The 2022 Chardonnay is dense and powerful. In that sense, it is perhaps a bit more typical than the 2023 tasted alongside it. Dried pear, apricot, chamomile, marzipan, tangerine oil, flowers and light tropical accents all...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, September 2024

Both richly flavored and mouthwatering, this Chardonnay offers a well balanced expression of a generous style. Juicy, ripe, yellow fruits and sweet pear are pleasantly spiced, carried through a long finish by brightening...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, July 2024

Expansive, broad and aromatic, the notes of toasted fennel, lemon thyme, litsea oil and vetiver leap out of the glass, giving way to opulent flavors of grilled peach, caramelized pineapple and spiced, baked apples. Shows...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, July 2024

Winemaker Katie Vogt started picking for Pahlmeyer's 2022 Chardonnay in August, with just a couple of blocks hanging into September. As always, it's all fermented in roughly 90% new François Frères barrels. The nose...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country USA
Region California
Sub-region North Coast
Appellation Napa
Vintage 2022
Size 750ML

The 2022 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay Napa is a white wine from the renowned Pahlmeyer Winery, based in California's iconic North Coast region, specifically within the Napa appellation. Known for producing rich and luxurious wines, Pahlmeyer has crafted this Chardonnay from the 2022 vintage with the precision and expertise expected from such a reputable producer.

While there are no professional reviews currently available for this particular vintage, Pahlmeyer's Chardonnays are typically characterized by their opulence and complexity. Historically, wines from Pahlmeyer have been celebrated for their full-bodied nature, with flavors often described as rich and layered, featuring notes of ripe tropical fruits, citrus, and a touch of oak. The winemaking style often embraces a balance of vibrant acidity and a creamy texture, resulting in a wine that is both powerful and elegant.

Given the reputation of the winery and the favorable growing conditions of the Napa region, it is reasonable to anticipate that the 2022 vintage would follow this esteemed tradition. Pahlmeyer’s attention to detail in both vineyard management and winemaking practices contributes to the consistent quality of their wines.

The Pahlmeyer Chardonnay is likely to appeal to those who appreciate a full-bodied white wine with intricate flavors and a smooth finish. While specifics about alcohol content and closure type are not provided, Pahlmeyer wines typically enjoy a strong following among Chardonnay enthusiasts and collectors alike. As reviews become available, they will likely confirm the wine's quality and provide further insight into its characteristics. Until then, the 2022 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay Napa remains a promising choice for those looking to explore high-caliber American Chardonnay.